Hybrid Mid-Level Technical Writer

at Leidos

• Job title: Mid-Level Technical Writer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: $82,550 - $149,225 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: TypeScript
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Annapolis Junction, United States

About the role

• Mid-Level Technical Writer at Leidos enhancing satellite communication systems for the United States Space Force. Preparing and editing technical documentation in a fast-paced Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, author, edit, and proof technical documents and program deliverables (e.g., system manuals, user guides, training materials, installation guides, proposals, reports) in accordance with the SOW and CDRLs.
• Ensure all documents conform to program standards, Data Item Description (DID) requirements, and applicable templates.
• Create and maintain document templates using styles and formats in MS Word.
• Work closely with engineers, developers, testers, Release Train Engineers, users, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, define content, and capture data and media for documentation.
• Perform quality assurance reviews on all contractual documentation and deliverables, ensuring comments and customer feedback are fully addressed.
• Format, review, and submit contract deliverables and reports, ensuring proper configuration management (CM) and version control in coordination with Data Management staff.
• Oversee the collection, organization, editing, and revision of documentation supporting complex computer systems and networks.
• Apply and help guide implementation of CMMI Maturity Level 3 best practices for documentation and quality.
• Manage multiple documentation efforts simultaneously with strong attention to detail, quality, and on-time task completion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical, Writing, or related discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of experience as a full time dedicated Technical Writer on a large, complex technical program, creating, editing, and producing extensive documents, reports, CDRLs, and briefings for diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
• Expert-level proficiency with advanced MS Word formatting and editing features.
• Direct experience working with system engineers, software engineers, and program management to translate technical information into clear, concise documentation including user manuals and reports.
• Excellent grammar skills (including punctuation, spelling, and usage).
• Exceptional communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• Experience planning, prioritizing, and managing multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Capable of performing high-quality work both individually and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated problem solver who proactively takes initiative when issues arise.
• Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid Holidays
• 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting
• Flexible Schedules
• Discounted Stock Purchase Plans
• Technical Upskilling
• Education and Training Support
• Parental Paid Leave