Technical Writer

Via Logic LLC; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 82,550 - 149,225; Full time

Job summary

Via Logic LLC is looking for a detailed Technical Writer to join their team in the United States, Maryland. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in technical writing and will be responsible for producing high-quality documentation to support various technical projects.

This role involves collaborating with engineering teams and ensuring that documentation meets program standards and customer requirements. A bachelor’s degree and relevant experience in documentation are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of relevant experience in technical writing.
• 5 years of experience preparing software and engineering-related documents.
• Experience working with systems engineers and software engineers.

Responsibilities

• Gather requirements from users and stakeholders for documentation.
• Edit and refine user manuals and special reports.
• Perform quality assurance reviews on documentation.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing and proofreading

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical, writing, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Job Summary

The selected 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 include gathering requirements from users and stakeholders, developing both user-facing and internal program documentation, serving as the primary author for assigned deliverables, 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, including user manuals, training materials, installation guides, and other program deliverables.


• Collaborate closely with software developers, systems engineers, test engineers, and other technical personnel to gather source data, screenshots, and supporting media required for the development of 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 Data Item Description 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 be substituted for a degree.


• At least 5 years of technical writing experience preparing software and engineering‑related documents, reports, user manuals, installation guides, training materials, Contract Data Requirements List (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 the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and 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.

Security Clearance

• TS/SCI with Polygraph required.

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

Pay Range $82,550.00 – $149,225.00

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.