Technical Writer Senior

SAIC; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Writer to support ABMS/DI Network Developer efforts for the DoD, producing and managing the full suite of CDRL deliverables. You will work with engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and logisticians to translate complex technical information into clear, government-compliant documentation.

Responsibilities include creating manuals, SOPs, ICDs, and program briefings; ensuring DoD standards; and coordinating across teams to meet schedules.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher with ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Experience with DoD documentation standards and CDRL processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools.
• Travel up to 10% CONUS.

Responsibilities

• Develop, revise, and maintain technical documentation including system manuals, network guides, installation procedures, runbooks, engineering reports, and program briefings per DoD standards.
• Collaborate with network engineers, software developers, cybersecurity staff, and program managers to document complex information clearly.
• Produce organized publications: SOPs, ICDs, proposals, and administrative documents.
• Translate technical content for both technical and non-technical stakeholders including government customers.
• Review and refine documents produced by others to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate doc activities to meet schedules and quality expectations.
• Support delivery of CDRL artifacts across program areas (PM, Systems Eng, CM, Cyber, Network, Logistics).

Skills

Microsoft Office

Collaboration tools

Written and verbal comms

DoD documentation standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English or related field

Tools

SharePoint

Confluence

IBM DOORS

Cameo/SysML

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Job ID 2618628

Location Chantilly, VA, US

Date Posted 2026-10-30

Category Communications

Subcategory Technical Writer/Ed

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain TS/SCI

Potential for Remote Work ORA_HYBRID

Description

SAIC is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Writer to support the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) Digital Infrastructure (DI) Network Developer team in direct support of the Department of the Air Force (DAF), Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications and Battle Management (PEO C3BM). This position plays a critical role in producing, managing, and maintaining the full suite of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables required under this program.

The Technical Writer will work alongside systems engineers, cybersecurity professionals, network architects, and logistics specialists to translate complex technical, operational, and engineering information into clear, accurate, and government-compliant documentation. All deliverables must meet DoD documentation standards and are subject to Government review and acceptance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, revise, and maintain technical documentation including system manuals, network architecture guides, installation and configuration procedures, operational runbooks, engineering reports, and program briefings in support of ABMS digital infrastructure initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with network engineers, software developers, cybersecurity professionals, and program managers to gather, synthesize, and accurately document complex technical and operational information.
• Produce clear, well-organized, and consistently formatted publications including proposals, instructional materials, standard operating procedures (SOPs), interface control documents (ICDs), and administrative documentation aligned with DoD and program standards.
• Translate highly technical network and digital infrastructure content into audience-appropriate materials for both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including government customers and program leadership.
• Review and refine documentation produced by other writers and technical contributors to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable style guides and program requirements.
• Coordinate documentation activities across the team to ensure deliverables are completed on schedule and meet quality standards.
• The Technical Writer will support the development, revision, and delivery of a broad range of CDRL artifacts across the following functional areas
• Program Management Documentation
• Systems Engineering & Design Documentation
• Configuration Management Documentation
• Cybersecurity & Risk Management Documentation
• Network & Cloud Architecture Documentation
• Logistics & Product Support Documentation
• Work Package Deliverables
• General Documentation Standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (four-year) in English, Technical Writing, Communications, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and professional experience
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and familiarity with collaborative tools (SharePoint, Teams, Confluence, JIRA or similar)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail, grammar, and structure
• Ability to collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and synthesize information from multiple technical sources into coherent, government-compliant documents
• Familiarity with DoD documentation standards, Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), and CDRL management processes
• 10% travel required (CONUS)

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

• Experience supporting DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation, including Body of Evidence (BoE) packages, STIG reports, and Authorization to Operate (ATO) artifacts
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs, NIST SP 800-53, and DoD cybersecurity policy (DoDI 8500.01, AFI 17-101)
• Prior experience authoring Program Protection Implementation Plans (PPIPs) or OPSEC Plans

Network Engineering & Digital Infrastructure

• Background in Software Defined-Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN), cloud networking, or enterprise IT infrastructure documentation
• Experience documenting network architecture diagrams, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and installation/checkout procedures for complex networked systems
• Familiarity with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), multi-enclave environments (Unclassified, Secret, TS/SCI), or enterprise cross-domain certification processes

Systems Engineering & MBSE

• Experience supporting Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) programs using tools such as Cameo/SysML or IBM DOORS
• Familiarity with Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), and systems engineering technical baseline management
• Prior experience with Design Review and Technical Interchange Meeting (TIM) documentation packages

DoD / DAF Program Experience

• Prior Department of the Air Force (DAF) or Department of Defense (DoD) program experience, particularly within C2, C3, Battle Management, or JADC2 programs
• Familiarity with ABMS, PEO C3BM, or related DAF digital modernization programs is highly desirable
• Experience working within Agile or iterative development environments on DoD acquisition programs
• Knowledge of DAF logistics and sustainment documentation requirements, including Integrated Logistics Support Plans (ILSPs), Technical Manual Contract Requirements (TMCRs), and DMSMS programs

Tools & Platforms

• Experience with SharePoint, Confluence, or similar knowledge management/collaboration platforms used in DoD program environments
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-31000B (Technical Data Packages), MIL-STD-1472H (Human Engineering), or other applicable military standards
• Experience managing document workflows in a Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) environment

Target salary range $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.