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SAIC

Senior Technical Writer/Editor

SAIC

. Gather information, interview subject matter experts, and conduct research to convey technical material concisely and effectively .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical writing and documentation management, with a strong focus on creating and revising technical materials for government and military applications. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Professional to produce high-quality documentation while ensuring adherence to standards and effective communication.

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Technical WritingMicrosoft Office SuiteAdobe ProfessionalGovernment DocumentationActive Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills
Technical DocumentationKnowledge ArticlesStandard Operating ProceduresUser ManualsInstallation GuidesReportsSOVT DevelopmentDocumentation ManagementResearch SkillsTerminology Proficiency
Soft Skills
Oral CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementTeam Collaboration
Industry Keywords
NavyDoDSustainment EngineeringNaval Network SystemsCustomer Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Gather information, interview subject matter experts, and conduct research to convey technical material concisely and effectively
  • Compose technical documentation including Knowledge Articles, Standard Operating Procedures, user manuals, governance and control gates documentation, training materials, installation guides, and reports
  • Edit functional descriptions, system specifications, user manuals, special reports, customer deliverables, and other documentation
  • Conduct research and ensure proper technical terminology
  • Organize material and complete writing assignments according to standards for order, conciseness, style, and terminology
  • Manage updates and revisions to reports, presentations, and technical documents
  • Support the Tactical Networks (TACNET) CB-ISEA sustainment and modernization mission

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Technical Writing, English or related field and six (6) years of experience; additional years of experience in lieu of degree will be considered
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start
  • Excellent knowledge and ability with Microsoft Office Suite and tools, and Adobe Professional or similar
  • Experience in Government (Navy or DoD) documents, processes, procedures, and/or terminology
  • Ability to generate, revise, and maintain technical, programmatic documents such as test documents, procedures/guides, reports, and briefs in support of Sustainment Engineering efforts
  • Experience with SOVT development
  • Proficient oral and written communications skills
  • Must be able to interact effectively with all levels of technical and management personnel
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to manage documentation tasks for multiple products simultaneously
  • Experience with naval network systems or technical background
  • Experience eliciting feedback and inputs from engineers, technical staff, and program management staff
  • Self-motivated team player with demonstrated ability to manage projects, tasks, and special assignments independently
  • Experience with customer relationship management