Technical Writer II

ELYON International

. Create, edit, and maintain reports, manuals, procedures, guides, and technical documentation .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $35 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical writing, including the creation and editing of documentation, manuals, and training materials. Proficient in organizing content for clarity and accuracy while adhering to established standards and managing multiple projects effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Technical Writing ExperienceStrong Written Communication SkillsProficiency with Microsoft OfficeActive Security ClearanceAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Technical WritingEditingDocument ManagementContent OrganizationResearchVersion ControlTraining Material DevelopmentUser Guide CreationProcess DocumentationTechnical Specification Interpretation

Soft Skills

Strong Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeDocument Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Technical DocumentationEngineering SupportManufacturingGovernment OperationsTechnical Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create, edit, and maintain reports, manuals, procedures, guides, and technical documentation
Gather information from subject matter experts, technical teams, and existing documentation to produce accurate content
Research and interpret technical specifications, diagrams, drawings, and related materials
Organize content to ensure clarity, consistency, accuracy, and adherence to established standards
Review and update documentation to reflect process, system, or procedural changes
Coordinate document reviews and maintain version control and revision records
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop training, instructional, and operational materials
Select and incorporate charts, diagrams, illustrations, and screenshots to enhance documentation
Support publication, distribution, and maintenance of technical materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
3-5 years technical writing experience
Active Security clearance required
Experience creating and editing technical, operational, or procedural documentation
Strong written communication, proofreading, and editing skills
Ability to interpret technical information and present it in a user-friendly format
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management tools
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, government, or technical operations environments (preferred)
Familiarity with technical drawings, diagrams, specifications, or equipment documentation (preferred)
Experience developing training materials, user guides, or process documentation (preferred)
Ability to work independently and manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid sick leave
Medical/Dental (optional)
401 (k) Retirement Plan (optional)
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Optional Life Insurance