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From the employer's careers site First seen 7 Nov 2026

Technical Writer

Leidos Alexandria, VA On-site senior full-time

Salary

$105,300 - $190,350 per year

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Description

We are seeking a Technical Writer to join our Decision Advantage Business Area within the Defense sector in Alexandria, VA. This is a full-time, onsite position that requires a TS/SCI clearance.

As a Technical Writer, you will support a top modernization priority for the Department of the Air Force, working closely with Program Managers, domain engineers, and Government counterparts. Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Planning, coordinating, revising, and editing written material, including technical and non-technical documents
  • Working with the engineering team to ensure that CDRLs/deliverables meet SOW and Government requirements

To qualify, you must have:

  • 12+ years of experience as a technical writer (additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree)
  • An active and current TS/SCI clearance
  • Fluency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
  • Attention to detail and strong writing skills
  • Experience conducting research to gather information and ensure accuracy of documentation
  • Knowledge of developing DoD CDRLs following Government DIDs
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to attain SAP clearance

Preferred qualifications include:

  • Experience with Jira and Confluence
  • Experience with Adobe products
  • Ability to adapt to different writing styles and formats
  • Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills
  • Ability to multi-task and be a self-starter
  • SAP experience

The pay range for this position is $105,300.00 - $190,350.00.

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