Technical Writer I for DoD & Navy Programs

Saalex; Tidewater (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Retirement plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Short/Long disability

Training & development

Wellness resources

Stock option plan

Job summary

Saalex Corporation is seeking a Technical Writer I for locations in Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA. The role focuses on developing, editing, and maintaining technical documentation for IT, cybersecurity, and engineering operations within global LVC environments.

Requirements include 1–3 years in technical writing or related fields, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant area, and experience with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat. Security clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in technical writing, communications, IT, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience creating and editing technical documentation in a structured environment.
• Familiarity with documentation tools (Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat).

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation including system manuals and SOPs.
• Translate complex concepts into clear, user-friendly docs for technical and non-tech audiences.
• Ensure docs comply with DoD, Navy, and program standards, including configuration control.
• Collaborate with engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and program staff to validate content.
• Support documentation for RMF packages, system configurations, and procedures.
• Maintain document version control and assist audits, reviews, and updates.

Skills

Technical writing

Communications

IT

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Saalex Corporation is seeking a Technical Writer I for locations in Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA. The role focuses on developing, editing, and maintaining technical documentation for IT, cybersecurity, and engineering operations within global LVC environments.

Requirements include 1–3 years in technical writing or related fields, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant area, and experience with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat. Security clearance eligibility is required.