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Team Carney

Technical Writer

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What they do

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.

$77,072 / year median in Virginia

-5% projected decline

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Job Description

About the Work You will translate complex scientific, medical, and IT concepts into clear, accessible language for end users. Writing and editing project deliverables, user guides, video scripts, and marketing assets, you ensure all written documentation is publication-ready and easily understood. This position is remote with periodic on-site presence in Silver Spring, MD. About Team Carney At Team Carney, we believe that true performance acceleration happens at the intersection of innovative learning and deep strategic expertise. Since 1994, our mission has been to provide top-tier training, learning, human capital, and technical solutions that empower Federal Government agencies to meet their critical mandates. We focus intensely on helping our employees realize their full potential professionally and personally. When you join our team, you join a legacy of excellence and a passionate community dedicated to shifting paradigms in federal learning and human capital transformation. Who You Are You are a wordsmith and clarity advocate who excels at demystifying technical jargon for general audiences.
Clear Synthesizer:
You gather complex raw data and convert it into engaging narrative prose.
Rigorous Editor:
You enforce language standards, resolve author comments, and refine document layouts.
Multi-Format Writer:
You adapt writing styles for user manuals, e-learning scripts, and marketing briefs. What You Bring to the
Table Education:
at least an Associate Degree in English, Technical Writing, or related field.
Experience Requirements:
Minimum 3 years experience of professional experience with technical writing/editing.
Technical Requirements:
Mastery of word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, and publishing tools. Proven ability to explain complex technical ideas in simple, grade-school-level language.
Clearance:
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust suitability clearance. Team Carney Benefits We offer a full suite of competitive benefits designed to support your "whole self," including:
Health & Wellness:
Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options (BCBS CareFirst), Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Financial Security:
Competitive base salary, 401(k) retirement savings plan with corporate match, plus company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
Work-Life Harmony:
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program, 11 paid federal holidays, and 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
Growth & Education:
Annual tuition assistance (up to $5,000) and student loan repayment programs.
Get Out and Learn:
Up to $200 annually to learn almost anything (from pottery to coding!).
Get Out and Run:
Up to $200 annually to participate in fitness and active lifestyle events.
Continuous Development:
Ad hoc training, professional certification assistance, and ongoing professional development access. axh0omPYvV