Technical Writer II

ELYON International

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

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40 - $43 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical writing, editing, and document management, with a strong ability to communicate complex information clearly. Proficient in creating user guides, standard operating procedures, and maintaining documentation standards in technical environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Secret Security ClearanceTechnical WritingDocument ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Technical WritingEditingProofreadingDocument FormattingCreating User GuidesStandard Operating ProceduresVisual Aids DevelopmentVersion ControlOrganizational SkillsManaging Multiple Assignments

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Documentation Management ToolsMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Technical DocumentationGovernmentDefenseEngineeringManufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create, edit, and maintain technical manuals, reports, procedures, proposals, guides, and supporting documentation
Gather and verify information from technical documents, subject matter experts, specifications, and other source materials
Organize and present content according to established standards for clarity, consistency, accuracy, and style
Review and update documentation to reflect process, system, or procedural changes
Maintain document version control and revision histories
Develop and incorporate charts, diagrams, illustrations, and other visual aids
Assist with document formatting, publication, distribution, and document management
Collaborate with technical and operational teams to keep documentation current and accurate
Support development of procedural, operational, and training-related materials
Work in a hybrid arrangement with onsite and remote support
Travel occasionally based on project needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Secret Security Clearance required
Strong technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and in an organized manner
Experience working with technical documentation, specifications, diagrams, or procedural materials
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and documentation management tools
Experience supporting government, defense, engineering, manufacturing, or technical environments
Familiarity with technical drawings, schematics, specifications, or operational procedures
Experience creating user guides, standard operating procedures (SOPs), or training materials
Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines
Position contingent upon contract award, Government acceptance of the proposed candidate, completion of required onboarding, and continued contract funding

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid sick leave
Optional medical and dental insurance
Optional 401(k) retirement plan
Employer-paid life insurance
Employer-paid short-term disability insurance
Optional life insurance