Senior Technical Writer

Leidos is seeking a Senior Technical Writer in Fort Belvoir, VA to support large-scale migration and operations on a large, high-profile DOD contract. The I3TS program provides enterprise-wide IT support to enable DTRA’s Information Management & Technology Directorate (ITD) to consolidate, modernize, and continuously innovate the delivery of IT services and mission capabilities to DTRA’s internal and external mission partners operating in CONUS and OCONUS locations.  

The Senior Technical Writer will be responsible for writing, editing, proofreading and/or providing writing support for internal and external stakeholders. Will also develop content for various communication delivery vehicles including press releases, video scripts, regulatory filing statements and employee emails. Evaluates and edits content to determine appropriate syntax, style, grammatical usage and tone for effective communication delivery and reception that aligns with company vision and business objective. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Research, design, write, and review a wide range of technical documentation that will include system operator guides, help guides, user manuals, and training guides, technical manuals, design specification documents, reference manuals, installation guides, and data sheets that may be required to assist with the design, integration, testing, and fielding of the system. 

• Develop documentation (SOPs, TTPs, etc.) per established templates and process and draft technical documentation templates. 

• Describe complex and technical topics in a clear, concise, and accurately manner to facilitate repeatable 

• Lead peer reviews of documentation as required 

• Edit existing documentation as needed 

• Interact with both professional and DoD personnel with ability to take and implement direction; work with the technical teams to assist in document preparation. 

• Writing, editing, and proofreading complex technical documentation. 

• Evaluating and editing content to determine appropriate syntax, style, grammatical usage and tone for effective communication delivery and reception that aligns with company vision and business objective. 

• Working independently on large, moderately complex projects/assignments. 

• Assisting other professionals with editing tasks and assignments. 

• Communicating with colleagues across multiple areas (project managers, subject matter experts, or other professional resources). 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 – 12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experience. Must have 4+ years of Technical Writer/Editor experience.  Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.

• In-depth knowledge of technical publishing standards and familiarity with style guides. 

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, technical staff, and project managers. 

• Proven organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. 

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Adobe Pro. 

• Strong formatting proficiency in MS Word styles (e.g., tables, headers, footers). 

• Experience working directly with engineers and other technical SMEs 

• Strong formatting skills with the ability to develop and implement style guides and templates. 

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Must possess an active DoD Secret with eligibility for a Top Secret at time of consideration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• List certifications and preferred technologies in use at DTRA 

• Solid knowledge of SharePoint Online layout and ability to design new content libraries. 

Original Posting:

May 8, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $80,600.00 - $145,700.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.