Secret-Cleared Technical Writer for Defense Documentation

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Sick Time & Holidays

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a technical writer to develop, edit, and maintain clear defense and government documentation for internal and external audiences. You will collaborate with engineers, program teams, and stakeholders to gather information and translate complex concepts into audience-appropriate content.

The role requires an active Secret clearance, a bachelor’s degree, and at least one year of technical writing experience with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience writing, editing and maintaining technical documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation including user guides and process docs.
• Collaborate with engineers, program teams, and stakeholders to gather information.
• Translate complex concepts into audience-appropriate content.
• Verify information for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with standards.
• Review materials for grammar, formatting, and usability before publication.
• Manage multiple documentation assignments to meet deadlines and quality expectations.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Guidehouse is seeking a technical writer to develop, edit, and maintain clear defense and government documentation for internal and external audiences. You will collaborate with engineers, program teams, and stakeholders to gather information and translate complex concepts into audience-appropriate content.

The role requires an active Secret clearance, a bachelor’s degree, and at least one year of technical writing experience with strong communication skills.