Technical Writer

CACI • Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

19d

About The Position

The Technical Writer supports engineering teams by preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documents, including reports, summaries, system characterization documents, briefings, and procedures. The role ensures documentation is complete, accurate, clear, and aligned with established standards. It also helps establish an internal documentation repository and information management strategy.

The Technical Writer researches complex technical subjects, organizes information from multiple sources, and communicates it in writing for a broad range of readers. The position involves interpreting engineering and maintenance drawings and operational procedures, coordinating document and briefing layout and design, and maintaining a version-controlled documentation library. The role requires an active Secret clearance and includes travel of up to 10% within the Continental United States.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance required to start.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a related field and five years of experience.
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to simplify complex topics.
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills, including formatting, template creation, and cross-referencing.
• Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint skills, including design, animations, and data visualization.
• Strong 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 an up-to-date internal documentation library with version control.
• Use word processing and presentation tools, including MS Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe Illustrator.
• Prepare reports, responses, and briefings for audiences with a wide range of backgrounds.
• Coordinate the layout and design of documents and briefings.
• Research technical subject matter, organize information from multiple sources, and present it in clear written form for a broad audience.
• Interpret engineering and maintenance drawings and operational procedures to understand and synthesize large quantities of 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.
• Competitive compensation and a broad mix of benefits options designed to support and protect employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

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