Sr. Technical Writer
Location: National Harbor, MD
Work Type : Onsite
Remote Work : NO
Job Description
Gridiron IT is seeking a Senior Technical Writer responsible for preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documentation supporting construction, engineering, and federal contracting projects. Documentation includes installation instructions, system operations and testing procedures, operation and maintenance manuals, training materials, and end-user guides.
The Senior Technical Writer will gather and interpret information from engineering drawings, specifications, technical publications, and consultations with engineers, construction personnel, and subject matter experts. This role will organize complex technical information into clear, accurate documentation for project teams, field personnel, and end users, and coordinate document layout, formatting, and revisions.
The ideal candidate will have experience with federal procurement, including developing and reviewing Statements of Work (SOWs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and related acquisition documentation.
Responsibilities
• Prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documentation for construction and engineering projects, including installation instructions, operating procedures, equipment manuals, and training materials.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, maintenance requirements, and technical information to develop clear, accurate documentation for field personnel, project teams, and end users.
• Collaborate with engineers, construction managers, and subject matter experts to gather information and verify technical accuracy.
• Develop and review Statements of Work (SOWs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and related federal procurement documentation, clearly defining scope, requirements, deliverables, and acceptance criteria.
• Write and edit technical proposals for federal opportunities, incorporating technical approaches, construction methods, project schedules, staffing plans, and supporting qualifications.
• Review solicitation requirements and coordinate input from project teams to ensure proposals address submission instructions and evaluation criteria.
• Prepare project reports, briefings, and technical presentations for government clients, management, and other stakeholders.
• Manage document development from initial draft through review, approval, and final delivery, maintaining consistent formatting, revision histories, and a current documentation library.
• Lead complex documentation efforts, coordinate contributions across disciplines, and provide senior-level writing and editing oversight.
Qualifications
Required
• Five (5) years of experience as a Technical Writer supporting construction, engineering, infrastructure, or projects of similar scope and complexity.
• Three (3) years of federal contracting experience or similar experience developing procurement documentation and technical proposals.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline from an accredited college or university. Five (5) additional years of Technical Writer experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience developing and reviewing Statements of Work (SOWs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and technical proposals.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, construction specifications, equipment manuals, project schedules, and field procedures.
• Strong writing, editing, organizational, and document coordination skills.
• Ability to collaborate with engineers, construction managers, field personnel, and subject matter experts.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, if required.
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Require ability to obtain a public trust clearance for the DHS.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $90,000 - $115,000r (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.