Senior Technical Writer

Description

SAIC is seeking a Technical Writer to create, edit, and maintain a comprehensive library of technical and instructional documentation in support of a federal government client. This role will collaborate with trainers, SMEs, quality assurance personnel, and program managers to ensure all documentation meets program standards and supports a well-trained, high-performing workforce.

This position is expected to be remote and can be worked anywhere in the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Research, write, edit, and maintain a wide range of technical and instructional documents including: SOPs, Training Manuals, Instructor Guides, Job Aids, FAQs

• Ensure all documents are accurate, consistent, and aligned with current regulations, clinical guidelines, and program requirementsPartner closely with the MDE Training team to develop and refine training materials

• Translate trainer-developed content into polished, publication-ready training documents

• Assist in the conversion of existing training materials into updated formats or delivery modalities (e.g., print to e-learning)

• Conduct interviews and working sessions with SMEs, medical professionals, trainers, and program staff to gather accurate and relevant content

• Research applicable regulations, policies, clinical guidelines, and best practices to ensure documentation accuracy

• Edit and proofread documents and training materials for grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity and consistency

• Ensure all documentation adheres to established SAIC style guides (e.g., APA, Chicago, or program-specific style standards)

• Verify technical accuracy of content in collaboration with SMEs and clinical staff

• Ensure documents meet Section 508 accessibility standards where applicable

• Maintain a centralized, organized document management system or library

• Track document review cycles, expiration dates, and revision histories

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 6 years of relevant experience

• 3 years of experience in technical writing

• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong command of grammar, style, and plain language principles

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Teams), relevant Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as InDesign, Illustrator or

• Photoshop; and familiarity with Jira and Confluence

• Experience with Section 508 compliance and accessible document design

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality documents under deadline pressure

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with clinical, technical, and non-technical stakeholders

• The ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearancePreferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting a government health agency as a technical writer

• Experience in technical writing in a healthcare, medical, disability, or government program environment

• Familiarity with medical terminology

• Experience developing training documentation in a healthcare or clinical environment

• Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning theory

• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and related user documentation

• Knowledge of DITA/XML structured authoring, Articulate Storyline/Rise, or Camtasia

Target salary range: $60,001 - $100,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2619042

SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability