Technical Writer Senior

Job ID: 2618628-OTHLOC-838
Location: , , US
Date Posted: 2026-10-30
Category: Communications
Subcategory: Technical Writer/Ed
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_HYBRID
Description
SAIC is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Writer to support the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) Digital Infrastructure (DI) Network Developer team in direct support of the Department of the Air Force (DAF), Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications and Battle Management (PEO C3BM).

This position plays a critical role in producing, managing, and maintaining the full suite of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables required under this program. The Technical Writer will work alongside systems engineers, cybersecurity professionals, network architects, and logistics specialists to translate complex technical, operational, and engineering information into clear, accurate, and government-compliant documentation. All deliverables must meet DoD documentation standards and are subject to Government review and acceptance.

Key Responsibilities
Develop, revise, and maintain technical documentation including system manuals, network architecture guides, installation and configuration procedures, operational runbooks, engineering reports, and program briefings in support of ABMS digital infrastructure initiatives. Collaborate closely with network engineers, software developers, cybersecurity professionals, and program managers to gather, synthesize, and accurately document complex technical and operational information.

Produce clear, well-organized, and consistently formatted publications including proposals, instructional materials, standard operating procedures (SOPs), interface control documents (ICDs), and administrative documentation aligned with DoD and program standards. Translate highly technical network and digital infrastructure content into audience-appropriate materials for both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including government customers and program leadership.

Review and refine documentation produced by other writers and technical contributors to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable style guides and program requirements. Coordinate documentation activities across the team to ensure deliverables are completed on schedule and meet quality standards.

The Technical Writer will support the development, revision, and delivery of a broad range of CDRL artifacts across the following functional areas:
o Program Management Documentation
o Systems Engineering & Design Documentation
o Configuration Management Documentation
o Cybersecurity & Risk Management Documentation
o Network & Cloud Architecture Documentation
o Logistics & Product Support Documentation
o Work Package Deliverables
o General Documentation Standards
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (four-year) in English, Technical Writing, Communications, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and professional experience
U.S.

Citizenship required
Active DoD Secret clearance or higher required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and familiarity with collaborative tools (SharePoint, Teams, Confluence, JIRA or similar)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail, grammar, and structure
Ability to collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and synthesize information from multiple technical sources into coherent, government-compliant documents
Familiarity with DoD documentation standards, Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), and CDRL management processes
10% travel required (CONUS)
Cybersecurity & Risk Management
Experience supporting DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation, including Body of Evidence (BoE) packages, STIG reports, and Authorization to Operate (ATO) artifacts
Familiarity with DISA STIGs, NIST SP 800-53, and DoD cybersecurity policy (DoDI 8500.01, AFI 17-101)
Prior experience authoring Program Protection Implementation Plans (PPIPs) or OPSEC Plans
Network Engineering & Digital Infrastructure
Background in Software Defined-Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN), cloud networking, or enterprise IT infrastructure documentation
Experience documenting network architecture diagrams, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and installation/checkout procedures for complex networked systems
Familiarity with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), multi-enclave environments (Unclassified, Secret, TS/SCI), or enterprise cross-domain certification processes
Systems Engineering & MBSE
Experience supporting Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) programs using tools such as Cameo/SysML or IBM DOORS
Familiarity with Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), and systems engineering technical baseline management
Prior experience with Design Review and Technical Interchange Meeting (TIM) documentation packages
DoD / DAF Program Experience
Prior Department of the Air Force (DAF) or Department of Defense (DoD) program experience, particularly within C2, C3, Battle Management, or JADC2 programs
Familiarity with ABMS, PEO C3BM, or related DAF digital modernization programs is highly desirable
Experience working within Agile or iterative development environments on DoD acquisition programs
Knowledge of DAF logistics and sustainment documentation requirements, including Integrated Logistics Support Plans (ILSPs), Technical Manual Contract Requirements (TMCRs), and DMSMS programs
Tools & Platforms
Experience with SharePoint, Confluence, or similar knowledge management/collaboration platforms used in DoD program environments
Familiarity with MIL-STD-31000B (Technical Data Packages), MIL-STD-1472H (Human Engineering), or other applicable military standards
Experience managing document workflows in a Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) environment
Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000.

The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects.

SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .