Technical Writer

Rock Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Health is seeking a Technical Writer to support defense and intelligence initiatives, primarily preparing, reviewing, and maintaining strategic and technical documentation. The role requires producing clear, high-level content and collaborating with SMEs, engineers, and stakeholders throughout the documentation lifecycle.

Strong experience with federal defense programs and TS/SCI clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience or equivalent in experience.
• Experience supporting federal defense and intelligence programs.
• Ability to research complex topics and translate SME input into cohesive content.
• Preferred experience in strategic documentation, intelligence briefings, and executive reports.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Produce clear, high-level technical content, including strategic plans, operational guides, user manuals, and executive publications.
• Gather and synthesize complex technical and operational information for reports and briefings.
• Maintain an internal library of policies, standards, and frameworks.
• Format publications and presentations using tools like MS Office and Visio.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and stakeholders throughout the documentation lifecycle.

Skills

Technical Writing

Cross-functional Work

SME Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 8+ years experience

Tools

MS Office

Visio

Job description

Job Role: Technical Writer supporting defense and intelligence initiatives, primarily preparing, reviewing, and maintaining strategic and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Produce clear, high-level technical content, including strategic plans, operational guides, user manuals, and executive publications.
• Gather and synthesize complex technical and operational information for reports and briefings.
• Maintain an internal library of policies, standards, and frameworks.
• Format publications and presentations using tools like MS Office and Visio.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and stakeholders throughout the documentation lifecycle.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience or equivalent in experience.
• Experience supporting federal defense and intelligence programs.
• Ability to research complex topics and translate SME input into cohesive content.
• Preferred experience in strategic documentation, intelligence briefings, and executive reports.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Additional Info: Must be able to remain stationary, move within the office, and communicate effectively, including delivering presentations.