Technical Writer III

Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Technical Writer III for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.

About the role

As a Technical Writer III, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of the Integrated Operations Support Center (IOSC). You will play a crucial role in developing, editing, and maintaining documentation to support the mission of the customer.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation supporting engineering, installation, testing, operations, and sustainment activities.
• Prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, Test Plans, SOVTs, User Guides, Maintenance Procedures, Checklists, and Technical Reports.
• Research, collect, organize, and interpret technical information from engineers, drafters, installers, subject matter experts, and government representatives.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation for multiple audiences.
• Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, and installation packages to develop accurate written deliverables.
• Perform technical editing, proofreading, formatting, and quality assurance reviews to ensure documentation meets organizational standards and customer expectations.
• Maintain document revision history, version control, and configuration management practices.
• Develop and maintain document templates, style guides, and standardize content to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve the documentation processes, templates, workflows, and organizational knowledge management practices.
• Support customer reviews, technical audits, documentation validation, and deliverable verification activities.

Requirements

• Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degree.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• US citizenship required.
• On-site full time.

Skills

• Technical writing, editing, and document formatting.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint).
• Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of DoD technical documentation standards and practices.
• Knowledge of the Shore Installation Process Handbook (SIPH) and SOVT Preparation and Execution Guide (SPEG) is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify gaps, research technical information, and develop accurate documentation from multiple sources.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the initiative to independently seek clarification, engage subject matter experts, and obtain missing technical information required to complete documentation.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with engineers, drafters, installers, and government stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
• 401K with company match.
• Competitive pay and paid time off.
• Vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
• AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
• Internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
• Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.

Pay

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $46.75 - $63.25. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location, and possibly contractual requirements.

Schedule

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Travel Required: Less than 10%
• Telecommuting Options: Onsite