Technical Writer - active Top Secret required

General Dynamics - IT; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking a Technical Writer to craft and maintain thorough documentation for customer operations in an enterprise IT environment. You will create manuals, schematics, and procedures, ensuring clarity and consistency across projects.

You will team with engineers, PMs, and SMEs to gather information, develop POA&Ms, and enforce version control and regulatory standards. This role requires a Top Secret/SCI-eligible profile and US citizenship, onsite in the Washington, DC area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Communications, English, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Technical Writer, preferably in a technology-driven environment.
• Familiarity with industry-standard writing styles or government-specific guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to quickly understand and translate technical information and concepts into clear documentation.
• Experience developing and maintaining POA&Ms or similar project plans.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to identifying gaps or inconsistencies in documentation.
• Familiarity with Agile or ITIL frameworks, as related to technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain technical documentation, including full diagram schematics, manuals, and operational procedures to ensure consistency in standards and clarity of processes.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to support project management, workflows, and compliance efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, project managers, and subject matter experts, to gather and organize technical information.
• Ensure all documentation complies with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Review and edit existing documentation for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with current systems or requirements.
• Maintain records of revisions, version control, and documentation repositories to ensure accessibility and traceability.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Translate technical information

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Communications, English, or related field

Job description

Technical Writer Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Technical Writer and you will build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Technical Writer, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the customer’s mission.

• Create, update, and maintain technical documentation, including full diagram schematics, manuals, and operational procedures to ensure consistency in standards and clarity of processes.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to support project management, workflows, and compliance efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, project managers, and subject matter experts, to gather and organize technical information.
• Ensure all documentation complies with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Review and edit existing documentation for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with current systems or requirements.
• Maintain records of revisions, version control, and documentation repositories to ensure accessibility and traceability.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Technical Writer must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Communications, English, or related field.
• Experience may be substituted for education.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Technical Writer, preferably in a technology-driven environment.
• Familiarity with industry-standard writing styles or government-specific guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to quickly understand and translate technical information and concepts into clear documentation.
• Experience developing and maintaining POA&Ms or similar project plans.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to identifying gaps or inconsistencies in documentation.
• Familiarity with Agile or ITIL frameworks, as related to technical writing.

REQUIRED

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret and SCI eligible

Location: Onsite

Required: US Citizenship

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
• Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.