Senior Technical Writer: Governance, Baselines & Compliance

Saic

Reston (VA)

On-site

USD 120,001 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Technical Writer to join a dynamic Lead Systems Integrator (LSI) team supporting the DoD Integrated Fires Command and Control (DIFC2) program in Reston, VA. You will own creation, maintenance, and governance of technical documentation, baselines, and related artifacts to support operations and strategic decisions.

Collaborate with engineers, PMs, and SMEs to ensure accuracy and compliance with customer formats, while delivering high‑quality materials.

Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance; ability to obtain additional access as needed.
Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Communication, Engineering, CS, or related field; 9+ years of technical writing or CM experience.
Experience developing governance documents (SEMP, CMP, SOW) and knowledge of writing standards and regulatory practices.
Experience with scheduling and management tools (e.g., POA&Ms) for project delivery.
Strong written and verbal communication; ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to handle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

Develop, revise, and manage diverse technical documentation, ensuring clarity and consistency.
Maintain and update governance documentation (SEMP, CMP, SOW) per standards.
Collaborate with engineers, PMs, and SMEs to gather and consolidate data for tailored materials.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements; audit for accuracy.
Create and manage POA&Ms and other project documentation to support planning and compliance.
Manage document repositories, version control, and traceability across materials.
Identify gaps and drive continuous improvements in documentation and governance.