Senior Technical Writer - DoD Onsite, TS/SCI Clearance

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Sr. Technical Writer to provide expert research, writing, editing, and multimedia communication support onsite at the Mark Center in Virginia.

You will produce speeches, presentations, reports, and multi-format communications for senior-level DoD and interagency audiences. The role requires 7+ years of experience, TS/SCI clearance, and mastery of MS Office, especially PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, with a strong ability to distill complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in communications, public affairs, or journalism including high-tempo, senior-level DoD or Service Headquarters environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office, especially expert-level PowerPoint presentation design, document formatting, and multimedia integration.
• Proven ability to write clearly, concisely, and compellingly for senior leaders; ability to manage multiple projects independently and prioritize effectively.
• Experience developing and executing social media communication strategies.
• Ability to communicate complex technical topics in plain English tailored to multiple audiences.
• Strong organizational skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail; ability to meet deadlines.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Able to work fully onsite.

Responsibilities

• The Sr. Technical Writer will provide expert research, writing, editing, and multimedia communication support.
• Apply mastery-level capability in developing clear, compelling, and visually engaging communication products tailored to senior-level audiences.
• Produce high-quality speeches, presentations, reports, and communication products across multiple formats and platforms, including formal briefs, PowerPoint decks, multimedia content, blogs, videos, articles, op-eds, and social media posts.
• Apply mastery-level skills in Microsoft Office, particularly MS PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Excel, and related multimedia applications to design and deliver senior-level briefings, data-driven presentations, and visually compelling products.
• Research emerging technical issues, trends, and organizational priorities; distill complex subject matter into clear, plain-English narratives suitable for senior leaders, interagency partners, Congress, and public-facing audiences.
• Develop communications tailored to diverse audiences, including government executives, internal personnel, industry, academia, media, and public stakeholders; align all messaging to OUSD(R&E) strategic communications plans.
• Collaborate routinely with clients and senior officials to refine messaging, review drafts, develop talking points, and plan communication strategies.
• Lead creation of dynamic, visually engaging multimedia products that incorporate graphics, video elements, templates, charts, and other digital tools to enhance message clarity and impact.
• Manage content development from initial research through final production; track issues, coordinate speaking engagements, and oversee logistics for presentations and associated materials.
• Produce social media content, manage communication strategies, and craft messages tailored for digital platforms in alignment with DoD public affairs and OUSD(R&E) communication guidelines.
• Ensure all written and multimedia materials meet DoD standards for accuracy, grammar, format, and quality; deliver polished products under tight deadlines in fast-paced senior executive environments.
• Coordinate with workflow managers, technical SMEs, and front office staff to integrate content, maintain situational awareness of ongoing initiatives, and ensure alignment with enterprise priorities.

Skills

MS Office

PowerPoint design

Excellent writing

Project management

Social media strategy

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications

Tools

PowerPoint

MS Word

MS Excel

Multimedia tools

Video editing

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Sr. Technical Writer to provide expert research, writing, editing, and multimedia communication support onsite at the Mark Center in Virginia.

You will produce speeches, presentations, reports, and multi-format communications for senior-level DoD and interagency audiences. The role requires 7+ years of experience, TS/SCI clearance, and mastery of MS Office, especially PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, with a strong ability to distill complex