Technical Writer - IT Docs & Compliance (Top Secret)

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

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.