Technical Writer

CACI International • Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

9d • $67,800 - $142,200

About The Position

The Technical Writer supports a growing team by preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documents, including reports, summaries, system characterization documents, briefings, and procedures. The role works closely with engineering teams to ensure documentation is complete, accurate, clear, and compliant with established standards. The Technical Writer also helps establish an internal documentation repository and information management strategy.

The position involves researching complex technical subject matter, organizing information from multiple sources, interpreting engineering and maintenance drawings and operational procedures, and communicating technical information clearly to broad audiences. The role uses word-processing, presentation, and document-design tools, and maintains an internal documentation library with version control. An active Secret clearance is required to start, and travel may be required up to 10% within the continental United States.

Requirements

• Must have an active Secret clearance to start.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a related field and 5 years of experience.
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to simplify complex topics.
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills, including formatting, creating templates, and cross-referencing.
• Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint skills, including design, animations, and data visualization.
• Attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Experience supporting systems engineering, system integration, or technical test activities for complex hardware/software systems.
• Familiarity with engineering concepts and current technology.

Nice To Haves

• TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree with a technical writing concentration.
• Experience supporting UAS/UXS, robotics, embedded systems, communications, sensor systems, or other integrated technical platforms.
• Familiarity with governmental practices, policies, and procedures.
• Familiarity with SharePoint, MS Teams, or other collaborative platforms.
• Knowledge of graphic design concepts.
• Research and fact-checking skills.
• Content organization and document design skills.
• Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical and policy/procedural documentation.
• Develop technical writing based on engineering drawings, engineering documentation, consultations with engineers and subject matter experts, and other available sources.
• Write and edit technical copy for various document types.
• Maintain a current internal documentation library with version control.
• Use tools including MS Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe Illustrator.
• Prepare reports, responses, and briefings for a wide range of audiences.
• Coordinate the layout and design of documents and briefings.
• Research highly technical subject matter, organize information from multiple sources, and communicate it in a form comprehensible to a wide audience.
• Interpret engineering and maintenance drawings and operational procedures to understand and synthesize computer-related information.
• Help establish an internal documentation repository and information management strategy.

Benefits

• Flexible time off benefit.
• Learning resources and learning and development opportunities.
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level