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A Technical Writer writes product instructions, user manuals or other material that helps to explain complex information or procedures. Writes help information available to customers online, or clear explanations of company policies. Supports internal communication among different technical, engineering and scientific specialists working on a project or product. Creates product documentation, and provides input for improving product design.
$81,062 / year median in Maryland
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Technical Writer Peraton United States, Maryland, Fort Meade Sep 01, 2026 Technical Writer
Job Locations US-MD-Fort Meade Requisition
ID 2026-170150
Position Category Publications & Graphics Art Clearance Top Secret/SCI w/Poly Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Technical Writer to provide enterprise-focused engineering support to a government customer. The Technical Writer will be responsible for the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation. They will write and edit technical documentation for all the project's hardware and software to include installation, configuration and how-to documentation. They will create code documentation for software; produce implementation guides and end-user guides for capabilities; provide field, data definition, and data flow documentation and format technical publications from pamphlets, technical drawings, and consultations with technical personnel and other available resources. #MDFSP #
AJCM Qualifications Individual Capabilities/Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university and s ix (6) years of experience as a Technical Writer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
Four (4) years of additional TW experience (at least 10 total years) may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Experience documenting systems, and systems of systems in accordance with systems engineering standards and practices.
Position requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
Individual Capabilities/Experience Desired:
Knowledge of customer documentation standards and practices. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan. Peraton Overview Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. Target Salary Range $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
EEO EEO:
Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.