Technical Writer – Editor

SAIC

. Write and update reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining technical documentation, reports, and proposals while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Proficient in managing multiple projects and adapting to changing priorities in regulated environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Technical Documentation DevelopmentEdifecs Application SupportMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyProject ManagementRegulated Enterprise Experience

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Hard Skills

Technical DocumentationProposal DevelopmentProcess DocumentationDocument Control ProcessesEditing and CoordinationContent Management SystemsDocument LayoutSOP DevelopmentUser Guide CreationTechnical Publication Standards

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationAttention to DetailAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCustomer-Service Orientation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft VisioDocument Collaboration ToolsWorkflow Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer SciencePublic Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

Federal EnvironmentsGovernment ContractingDefenseEngineeringProfessional Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write and update reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications
Refine the work of writers and coordinate activities of writers preparing technical, scientific, medical, or other material for publication
Support the Edifecs application suite and VA applications
Contribute to the VA migration to the cloud
Develop solutions to problems of moderate scope and complexity
Work under general supervision and have work reviewed for soundness, adequacy, and accuracy
Contribute to organizational projects and goals
Represent the organization on specific projects
Collaborate with internal company and external contacts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) or more years of relevant experience; an additional eight (8) years of relevant experience may be substituted for education
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related scientific/technical discipline is required
Experience working within large, regulated enterprises or federal environments is beneficial
Experience with Edifecs is a plus
Demonstrated experience developing, editing, and maintaining technical documentation, reports, manuals, procedures, process guides, proposals, and other business or technical publications
Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail, grammar, style, and document quality
Ability to translate complex technical, operational, or business information into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation
Experience collaborating with subject matter experts, program managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to gather and validate information
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint) and document collaboration tools
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment in prioritizing work and resolving issues
Experience editing and coordinating the work of multiple writers or contributors
Knowledge of technical publication standards, document control processes, and style guides
Experience supporting proposal development, government contracting, defense, engineering, technology, or professional services organizations
Familiarity with content management systems, document repositories, and workflow tools
Experience developing process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), training materials, or user guides
Experience with document layout and publishing tools such as Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio, or similar applications
Experience working with cross-functional teams and representing an organization during customer or stakeholder engagements
Self-motivated and proactive with a strong customer-service orientation
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business requirements
Commitment to producing accurate, high-quality deliverables
US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance