Technical Writer III

General Dynamics Information Technology; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology in Virginia Beach is seeking a Technical Writer III to develop, edit, and maintain documentation supporting engineering, installation, testing, operations, and sustainment activities.

You will translate complex technical information into clear guides and reports, review drawings, ensure quality and version control, and contribute to templates and standards to improve consistency.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical writing experience.
• Experience editing SOPs, user guides, and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into user-friendly documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation across engineering, installation, testing, operations, and sustainment.
• Prepare SOPs, Work Instructions, User Guides, and technical reports.
• Review drawings and specs to ensure accurate written deliverables.
• Maintain revision history and templates for consistency.
• Support reviews, technical audits, and deliverable verification.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Document formatting

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Associates of Arts/Associates of Science

Tools

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

TECHNICAL WRITER III

Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Technical Writer III for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Technical Writer III, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of the Integrated Operations Support Center (IOSC). You will play a crucial role in developing, editing, and maintining documentation to support the mission of the customer.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation supporting engineering, installation, testing, operations, and sustainment activities.
• Prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, Test Plans, SOVTs, User Guides, Mainenance Procedures, Checklists, and Technical Reports.
• Research, collect, organize, and interpret technical information from engineers, drafters, installers, subject matter experts, and government respresentatives.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and user friendly documentation for multiple audiences.
• Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, and installation packages to develop accurate written deliverables.
• Perform technical editing, prrofreading, formatting, and quality assurance reviews to ensure documentation meets organizational standards and customer expectations.
• Maintain document revision history, version control, and configuration management practices.
• Develop and maintain document templates, style guides, and standardize content to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve the documentation processes, templates, workflows, and organizational knowledge management practices.
• Support customer reviews, technical audits, documentation validation, and deliverable verification activities.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Education: Associates of Arts/Associates of Science
• Experience: 3+ years of related experience
• Security clearance level: Active DoD Secret or the ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.
• US citizenship required
• Role Requirements: On-site full time

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Technical writing, editing, and document formatting
• Micorsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Vizio, Powerpoint)
• Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, diagrams, and technical specifications
• Knowledge of DoD technical documentation standards and practices.
• Knowledge of the Shore Installation Process Handbook (SIPH) and SOVT Preparation and Execution Guide (SPEG) is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify gaps, research technical information, and develop accurate documentation from multiple sources.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the initiative to independently seek clarification, engage subject matter experts, and obtain missing technical information required to complete documentation.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with engineers, drafters, installers, and government stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project dealines.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• 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, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.