Technical Writer

Leidos Inc; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 82,550 - 149,225; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with 6% match

Training and Education Support

Flexible Schedules

Job summary

Leidos Inc has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Writer in the Intel Sector’s Cyber & Analytics Business Area in Maryland. The ideal candidate will author technical documentation, work with engineering teams, and ensure all materials meet program standards.

Applicants should have at least 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s Degree in a technical writing discipline. The position requires a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph and offers a competitive salary range of $82,550 - $149,225.

Qualifications

• 8 years relevant experience or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in technical writing for software.
• Experience with large, complex technical documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Author, edit, and proofread technical documentation.
• Collaborate with technical teams to gather information.
• Perform quality assurance reviews on documentation.
• Ensure compliance with program standards.
• Manage multiple documentation assignments.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

Document standards and style guidance

Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to organize and prioritize

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or writing discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Technical Writer

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Technical Writer in the Intel Sector’s Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). The team works at the forefront of Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods, Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. Leidos offers competitive benefits including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401(k) with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

Job Summary

The selected candidate will author, edit, and proofread a wide range of technical documentation, including operations and maintenance manuals, user guides, training materials, and other program-related documents. The candidate will work closely with engineering and other technical team members to define document content, translate complex technical information into clear and usable written material, and ensure all documentation complies with program standards and applicable Data Item Description (DID) requirements. Responsibilities also include gathering requirements from users and stakeholders, developing both user-facing and internal program documentation, and serving as the primary author for assigned deliverables. Additional duties involve collaborating with technical staff to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness across all materials while managing multiple documentation assignments and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversee the collection, organization, and analysis of technical information and support the preparation, editing, and revision of a wide range of documentation for complex computer systems and network environments.
• Collaborate closely with software developers, systems engineers, test engineers, and other technical personnel to gather source data, screenshots, and supporting media required for accurate and effective technical documentation.
• Edit and refine functional descriptions, system specifications, user manuals, special reports, and other customer deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, clarity, consistency, and usability.
• Perform quality assurance reviews to verify that all deliverables conform to program standards, satisfy applicable DID requirements, and fully address customer comments and feedback.
• Work closely with program data management staff to maintain document configuration management, version control, and traceability for all assigned deliverables.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical, writing, or related discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience (additional experience may substitute for a degree).
• At least 5 years of technical writing experience preparing software and engineering‑related documents, reports, user manuals, installation guides, training materials, CDRL deliverables, and other contractual deliverables for technical and management audiences.
• Experience writing, formatting, editing, and maintaining large, complex, or multi‑volume technical documents, manuals, and publications.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) to develop and edit technical documentation and presentation materials.
• Experience working with systems engineers, software engineers, test engineers, and program management personnel to collect, organize, and translate technical information into written documentation.
• Experience editing and reviewing documents for accuracy, completeness, organization, clarity, consistency, grammar, formatting, and compliance with customer, contract, and program requirements.
• Experience applying document standards, style guidance, and version control practices to maintain consistency across deliverables and incorporate customer comments, stakeholder feedback, and document revisions into final products.
• Experience preparing documentation for audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge, including end users, technical staff, customer representatives, and management personnel.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete multiple assignments within established deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with technical and non‑technical personnel.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with advanced features of Word and generating PDF documents.
• Recent experience on a system/software development program compiling, editing, and publishing CDRL documentation.
• Understanding of CMMI ML3 best practices, DID formats, and agile methodologies.

Pay Range

$82,550.00 – $149,225.00 (general guideline; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as responsibilities, education, experience, skills, and internal equity).

Benefits

Leidos offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, retirement plans, and more. Detailed information is available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.