Technical Writer & Editor

Booz Allen Hamilton; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Technical Writer & Editor in Lexington Park, MD to develop and produce programmatic and engineering documentation from draft through finalization for delivery.

The role requires 3+ years in technical writing, MS Office proficiency, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience with AI writing tools is a plus, and the team values independent contribution and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technical writing and producing technical documentation.
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using AI technology and tools to create written content.
• Ability to create document templates.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical writing support, creating and preparing programmatic and engineering documentation from draft to delivery.
• Write and edit technical manuals, test procedures or plans, work instructions, and training packages focused on compiling documentation.
• Interview subject matter experts, conduct research, and distill technical information into clear language.
• Apply technical writing best practices and DoW guidance to produce accurate documentation.
• Contribute solutions to moderately complex challenges in a team environment.

Skills

3+ years of technical writing

MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PP

AI writing tools experience

Document templating

Secret clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join a culture of empowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

Provide technical writing support, including creating and preparing programmatic and engineering documentation for the client from initial draft through finalization for delivery. Write and edit technical manuals, test procedures or plans, work instructions, and training packages with primary focus on compiling technical documentation. Interview subject matter experts, conduct research, and analyze technical information to distill into clear and concise language. Leverage knowledge of technical writing best practices and DoW guidance to produce comprehensive and accurate documentation. Contribute solutions to a variety of challenges of moderate scope and complexity. This position is located in Lexington Park, MD.

Technical Writer & Editor

The Opportunity:

You Have

• 3+ years of experience in technical writing and producing technical documentation

• Experience using Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Experience using AI technology and tools to create written content

• Ability to create document templates

• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have

• Experience with military standards and specifications governing the preparation of technical documentation

• Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, or a related field

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information .

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,300.00 to $126,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.