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Job Title Technical Writer Why IDS? IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients. Locations Annapolis Junction, MD Shifts Available Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements. Job Description IDS is seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer, for ADG Creative, an IDS subsidiary to support a complex, technical program requiring the development, maintenance, and oversight of mission-critical documentation. This role involves creating clear, accurate, and accessible documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences, supporting engineering, cybersecurity, and acquisition efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong experience interpreting complex technical material and transforming it into structured documentation that supports operational effectiveness and knowledge management. Key Duties • Create and maintain technical documentation including user guides, reference manuals, training materials, requirements documents, reports, SOPs, and briefings • Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise documentation for both technical and non-technical stakeholders • Research and interpret highly technical source materials such as engineering drawings, system documentation, and operational procedures • Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), engineers, analysts, and technical teams to gather and validate information • Produce documentation supporting defense acquisition programs, cybersecurity initiatives, analytic tradecraft development, and DoD systems • Maintain ownership of documentation lifecycle, ensuring materials remain accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with evolving workflows • Provide expert-level technical writing, editing, and quality assurance across all phases of documentation development • Support knowledge management initiatives to ensure accessibility and usability of documentation • Perform additional duties as assigned Requirements • Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, or related discipline • Four (4) additional years of technical writing experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree • Master’s degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience • Seven (7+) years of experience as a Technical Writer supporting programs of similar scope, type, and complexity • Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FS Poly) required • Demonstrated experience developing technical documentation for complex systems or programs • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Visio • Experience using Confluence • Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional technical teams • Writing sample required • Background in cybersecurity is preferred but not required Compensation • Salary $85,000k - $100,000k • Benefits Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email accommodation@idsinternational.com and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email.

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Technical Writer
Annapolis Junction, MD
Shifts Available
Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.
Create and maintain technical documentation including user guides, reference manuals, training materials, requirements documents, reports, SOPs, and briefings
Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise documentation for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Research and interpret highly technical source materials such as engineering drawings, system documentation, and operational procedures
Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), engineers, analysts, and technical teams to gather and validate information
Produce documentation supporting defense acquisition programs, cybersecurity initiatives, analytic tradecraft development, and DoD systems
Maintain ownership of documentation lifecycle, ensuring materials remain accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with evolving workflows
Provide expert-level technical writing, editing, and quality assurance across all phases of documentation development
Support knowledge management initiatives to ensure accessibility and usability of documentation
Perform additional duties as assigned
Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, or related discipline
Four (4) additional years of technical writing experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree
Master’s degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience
Seven (7+) years of experience as a Technical Writer supporting programs of similar scope, type, and complexity
Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FS Poly) required
Demonstrated experience developing technical documentation for complex systems or programs
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Visio
Experience using Confluence
Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional technical teams
Writing sample required

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Background in cybersecurity is preferred but not required

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