ClearEdge is hiring: Technical Writer III in Annapolis

Join ClearEdge and be a part of a dynamic team that solves some of the DoD's most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge empowers our customers in government and industry with innovative, data-driven solutions.

Check out our extremely competitive benefits package at clearedgeit.com/benefits, which includes a $10k annual training/education benefit, 10% 401k contribution, health and technology allowance, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. We also offer monthly TechConnect and DeepDive collaboration sessions with our entire technical staff.

Your Mission:

Drive documentation excellence by developing, reviewing, and maintaining technical materials that support software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation. Collaborate with developers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure clear, accurate, and comprehensive documentation that aligns with business and technical requirements.

You Will Excel in This Role If You Are:

• Experienced in writing and editing technical documentation for software, hardware, and system processes
• Skilled in gathering technical information from multiple sources and translating complex concepts into clear, user-friendly materials
• Proficient in technical manual standards
• Comfortable working across all phases of documentation, from research to publication
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills for managing internal documentation libraries
• Adept at coordinating document layout, design, and compliance with style guides
• Able to brief senior-level management on project documentation status

A Day in the Life Of:

• Prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documentation, including installation, configuration, and operational procedures
• Work with developers, engineers, and subject matter experts to document new and existing business processes
• Ensure compliance with customer and company documentation standards
• Research technical subject matter and consolidate information into well-structured documents
• Use tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio to create professional documentation
• Develop user manuals, training guides, and acquisition documents for government programs
• Provide expert-level oversight of documentation processes, ensuring consistency and accuracy
• Act as a project leader for large or complex documentation efforts

Must Haves:

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
• Eight (8) years of experience as a Technical Writer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (Master's degree can substitute for 2 years of experience)
• Ability to write technical copy for various types of documents, including user guides, manuals, and reports
• Experience coordinating document design, layout, and compliance with technical standards

Nice to Have:

• Experience documenting analytic tradecraft methodologies
• Familiarity with electronic systems and cryptologic programs
• Ability to interpret engineering and maintenance drawings for technical documentation
• Strong briefing skills for presenting documentation to senior leadership

About us:

We are an experienced advanced analytic development company providing Cyber solutions to current and emerging missions.

Our Core Values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability drive our mission and vision and are the heart of what we do each day. We combine our Core Values with the three key elements of people, technology, and integrity to repeatedly deliver stellar results within our primary competencies.

ClearEdge is also pleased to share that we have recently expanded our prime and subcontract presence into new cyber markets!

If this position does not fit your skillset, please visit our Careers page to explore our current openings, or contact a ClearEdge recruiter at careers@clearedgeit.com. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.