Peraton is seeking a Technical Writer to join a mission-critical team. You will be responsible for creating, editing, and maintaining a wide range of technical documents, translating complex information into clear content for diverse audiences.
What You'll Do
- Create, edit, and maintain technical documents including system manuals, SOPs, user guides, engineering documentation, training materials, and contract deliverables.
- Translate highly technical information into clear, concise, and accessible content for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate with engineers, SMEs, developers, analysts, and program leadership to gather source material and validate technical accuracy.
- Ensure all documentation complies with customer standards, contract requirements, and applicable federal guidelines.
- Develop and maintain document templates, style guides, and version-control processes.
- Review and edit documents for grammar, clarity, organization, and compliance with standards.
- Support proposal writing, technical volumes, and other business development documentation.
- Manage documentation repositories and configuration control using approved tools.
- Provide mentorship or guidance to junior writers and contribute to process improvements.
- Participate in technical meetings, design reviews, and customer briefings to capture requirements.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s with 5 years of experience, MS +3, or PhD +0; 4 years of additional work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI Eligibility.
- Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality documentation with minimal supervision.
- Strong understanding of technical concepts such as systems engineering, cybersecurity, software development, or IT operations.
- Proficiency with documentation tools such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Confluence, SharePoint, Visio, or similar platforms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple concurrent deliverables.
- Experience with Agile development environments and tools.
Nice to Have
- Experience supporting DoD, IC, or federal civilian agencies.
- Familiarity with NIST standards, RMF documentation, or system accreditation packages.
- Knowledge of XML-based documentation or structured authoring tools.
- Experience contributing to proposals or technical volumes.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Confluence, SharePoint, Visio, Jira, Git, GitLab
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $104,000 - $166,000
Work Mode
This role is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD.
Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
