Technical Writer

Everforth ECS is seeking a Technical Writer to work in our Fairfax, Virginia office in a hybrid onsite/remote capacity. This role requires close collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), program managers, and Security teams to transform dense regulatory or technical concepts into plain-language materials.

• Document Creation & Revision:
  Write, edit, and format standard operating procedures (SOPs), user manuals, policy handbooks, and executive correspondence.
• Subject Matter Research:
  Conduct independent research, interview technical experts, and review legislative or engineering blueprints to verify accuracy.
• Compliance & Standards Editing:
  Ensure all written deliverables comply with federal guidelines, such as the GPO Style Manual, CIGIE standards, or accessibility mandates.
• Simplifying Complexity:
  Translate technical or legal jargon into accessible formats for non-technical stakeholders, leadership, and congressional audiences.
• Version & Repository Control:
  Manage document libraries, track revisions, and maintain configuration control across multi-author projects.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Note:

Salary is commensurate with skillset, qualifications, experience, and educational background.

Salary Range: $80,

General Description of Benefits

• U.S. Citizen.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• High School Diploma and 9+ years of relevant experience. A lternatively, a Bachelors in a related field of study and 5+ years of experience.
• Active DoD 8140 IAT Level II Security+ (or higher)
• Writing & Editing
  
  Competency:
  
  Exceptional command of grammar, syntax, and lineage editing using major style guides (e.g., GPO, APA, Chicago).
• Regulatory Knowledge:
  Ability to interpret and cite U.S. Code, federal regulations, or agency directives.
• Software Proficiency:
  Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and desktop publishing tools.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate solution.
• Highly developed interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, with the ability to effectively and professionally interact with a diverse set of stakeholders (from peers to end-users to executive management).