Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
Program Delivery and Execution
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Desktop Publishing (DTP), Technical Documents, Technical Writing Certifications:
None Experience:
5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Own your career as a Technical Writer at GDIT. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build strong lines of systems engineering and develop your skills using cutting-edge technologies. Your work in technical writing at GDIT will have an impact on securing our clients’ missions and ensuring we anticipate the threats of tomorrow.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Technical Writer supporting Government activities in Sterling, VA or Annapolis Junction, MD, you will transform complex technical information into clear, accurate, and user ready documentation that supports engineering, operations, and enterprise IT services. You will develop and maintain high-quality standards, procedures, guides, and technical artifacts that strengthen system understanding, ensure consistency, and enable effective implementation across globally distributed environments.
HOW A TECHNICAL WRITER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT :
Prepare, write, edit, and maintain technical documents including SOPs, system guides, engineering documents, test plans, user instructions, reference materials, and process documentation
Translate complex engineering and technical information into clear, concise documentation for diverse audiences
Develop documentation using standardized templates to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and technical SMEs to gather information, validate content, and ensure documentation reflects system functionality and processes
Produce diagrams, instructions, and supporting artifacts to clarify workflows and system behavior
Maintain version control and ensure documents remain current throughout the engineering and operations lifecycle
Support knowledge management by organizing, updating, and publishing technical content in designated repositories
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED :
Education: Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field, or 8+ years of relevant IT experience in lieu of a degree
Experience: Minimum 6 years of technical writing or lead writing experience
Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly materials
Experience working with technical SMEs and supporting documentation for engineering and operational lifecycles
Demonstrated success developing and maintaining SOPs, manuals, and technical/engineering documentation
Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Soft Skills: Strong writing, editing, formatting, and documentation management skills
Strong communication, organization, and cross-team coordination skills
Security Clearance Level: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Location: On Site
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you build your skills and own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and 10 company-paid holidays
The likely salary range for this position is $102,000 - $138,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
None
T elecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA MD Annapolis Junction
Additional Work Locations:
USA VA Sterling
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan…