SAIC

Technical Writer

SAIC • $80K — $95K *
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years relevant experience or 4 years equivalent experience without a degree.
  • Proven expertise in developing technical documentation and understanding compliance standards.
  • Extensive experience with project scheduling and management tools like POA&Ms for timely delivery.
  • In-depth knowledge of Army terminology, structure, and writing styles.
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD-38784, MIL-STD-40051E, and ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207-2026 standards.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Active Top Secret clearance and ability to secure SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the creation and management of technical documentation for operational use.
  • Communicate critical information effectively for decision-making purposes.
  • Collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and subject matter experts.
  • Serve as the primary authority on documentation quality and technical authorship.
  • Produce high-quality deliverables that meet customer formats and governance standards.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development within a dynamic team environment.
  • Collaborative workspace with talented professionals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Exposure to significant military and defense projects.
  • Potential for advancement in a rapidly growing field of technical writing.
Full Job Description
SAIC is seeking a Technical Writer to join our team at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), Maryland.

This position will support a fast-paced Quick Reaction Capabilities Integration team under the Army DEVCOM, C5ISR, QRC contract.

Job Responsibilities:
  • You will lead the creation, maintenance, and management of technical documentation, including technical reference materials, governance artifacts, and technical baselines.
  • Your work will ensure that critical information is clearly, accurately, and effectively communicated to enable both operational and strategic decision-making.
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with experience authoring structured technical content, validating documentation for accuracy and compliance, and managing updates to governance and baseline materials.
  • This position requires close collaboration with engineers, project managers, and subject matter experts. You will act as the primary authority on technical authorship and enterprise documentation quality, producing high-caliber deliverables that align with customer-defined formats and governance standards.


Qualifications

Required Education:
  • Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of relevant experience required; four (4) years of experience considered in lieu of degree.

Required Experience:
  • Proven experience developing technical documentation, with extensive knowledge of writing standards and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Significant experience creating project schedules and management tools, including POA&Ms, to enable timely and efficient delivery.
  • Strong understanding of Army terminology, structure and writing styles.
  • Extremely knowledgeable with MIL-STD-38784, MIL-STD-40051E, and ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207-2026.
  • Strong understanding of Army terminology, structure and writing styles.
  • Strong organizational and time management capabilities; adept at handling multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
  • Proactive approach to identifying issues and driving solutions with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Experience creating and editing Army IETMs and TMs in accordance with MIL-STDs.
  • Experience in writing technical training materials and performing technical writing for secured documentation at a secured location.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and tools, Atlassian Jira / Confluence, and Adobe Professional or similar.
  • Demonstrated grammatical and spelling skills and an ability to accurately describe technical information in simple, clear language.
  • Experience supporting and communicating with senior internal and external stakeholders.
  • Experience utilizing Share Point for records management and portal dashboards for reporting.
  • Ability to accurately describe technical information in simple, clear language.

Clearance:
  • Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI eligibility is required. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain any additional access necessary for the position

About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
NASDAQ
SAIC
* Ladders Estimates

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