Top 227 Technical writers Jobs in Sterling, Va

Senior Technical Editor (DC Metro)
Innovative Technologies Corporation —Falls Church, VA
- $98,000 - $106,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Office
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
1d
Technical Documentation Analyst
Asiacom Americas —Sterling, VA
- $24 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Computer literacy
- Office
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Technical Writer (DC Metro)
Innovative Technologies Corporation —Falls Church, VA
- $76,000 - $84,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- English
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Technical Writers
Savi Solutions —Reston, VA
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
Technical Writer
VivSoft Technologies —Herndon, VA
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Technical Editor
BAE Systems Inc. —Reston, VA
- $67,406 - $114,590 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Document Specialist/Technical Writer
eKuber —Tysons Corner, VA
- Email
- Mid-level
Technical Editor - TS required to apply - DC area
Bow Wave LLC —Reston, VA
- $105,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Negotiation
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Technical Writer
COMMUNITYFORCE INC —Ashburn, VA
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Editing
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Technical Writer
Kaiva Tech —Washington, DC
- Part-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
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Technical Writer
AEEC LLC —Reston, VA
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- 11+ years
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Proposal Writer – Federal IT Support Services (Part-Time/AdHoc)
Navanti Group —Arlington, VA
- Part-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Word
- Customer service
- Mid-level
Technical Documentation Specialist
Diligent Solutions —Chantilly, VA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
Technical IT Proposal Writer
Prudent Technology —McLean, VA
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Technical Writer
AAC Inc —Vienna, VA
- $75,000 - $88,000 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- English
- Mid-level
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Technical Writers / Communication Specialist
CyberMedia Technologies —Washington, DC
- $90,000 - $135,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
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Request for Proposal (RFP) - Technical and Editorial Review of Training Material
Global Fishing Watch RFP —Washington, DC
- Remote
- Mid-level
Technical Writer
SAIC —Reston, VA
- $120,001 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer Science
Technical Writer
Steampunk —McLean, VA
- $90,000 - $130,000 a year
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
8d
Editor/Tech. Writer
OBAN Corporation —Vienna, VA
- Online Application
- Remote
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Senior Technical Editor (DC Metro)

Innovative Technologies Corporation
Falls Church, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$98,000 - $106,000 a year
1 day ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Referral program

Qualifications

Technical editing
Web accessibility
Editorial project management
Content creation for technical audiences
Management
Media editor experience
Technical documentation
Master's degree
Document workflow management
Quality control management
Supervising experience
Mentoring
Stylistic editing
Data verification
Journalism
Technical writing
Technical writing quality assurance
Strategic communications
English
Technical writing experience within technology
Copyright laws
Content review
Content publishing

Full Job Description

Innovative Technologies Corporation (ITC) is seeking a Senior Technical Editor to support a proposal for the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) research communications, publications, and web content program.

Work may be performed from the FHWA office in McLean, Virginia, a Washington, DC office, or another designated office, depending on Government requirements.

The Senior Technical Editor will oversee the editorial process for high-stakes technical documentation, ensure consistency across a large publication portfolio, mentor editorial staff, and transform complex technical information into authoritative, accurate, and accessible products that comply with Federal editorial and publishing requirements.

Clearance and Suitability

None. This is an unclassified position. The selected candidate must be able to successfully complete any required USDOT suitability processing and obtain a Government-issued Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential if required for facility or system access.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in English, Journalism, or a technical field.
At least 10 years of progressively responsible technical editing experience.
Supervisory and project management experience.
Expert-level command of the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) Style Manual.
Experience performing substantive editing and verifying technical accuracy.
Experience with reference checking, fact checking, copyright compliance, and quality control.
Ability to independently manage the full document lifecycle from outline through final print, online, or web publication.

Desired Qualifications

Transportation experience, particularly highway or surface transportation.
Experience supporting Federal technical publications or research communications programs.
Experience mentoring junior editors, writers, or publication staff.
Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility and digital publishing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the editorial process for complex and high-visibility technical publications.
Perform and supervise substantive editing, copyediting, proofreading, and quality assurance.
Ensure stylistic consistency and compliance with the GPO Style Manual and applicable agency style guidance.
Verify technical accuracy, references, facts, data, and copyright permissions.
Transform raw data, engineering terminology, and complex source material into clear, authoritative documents.
Manage documents through the complete lifecycle from outline and draft development through final print, online, or web publication.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior editors and writers.
Coordinate with researchers, technical subject matter experts, authors, and Government stakeholders.

About ITC

Innovative Technologies Corporation (ITC) offers challenging but rewarding opportunities for those who want to provide a great experience for the customer and strive to reach their professional goals. As a member of ITC, you will work alongside people providing innovative solutions to our government customers. Our success is built on integrity, loyalty, and trust. ITC is committed to providing the right people for the job, right when they are needed.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this contingent-hire position is $98,000-$106,000, based on qualifications and experience. ITC offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; 10 days of paid time off; 7 days of sick leave; and other available company benefits.

This is a contingent position for a proposal ITC is bidding on. ITC anticipates contract award before January 1, 2027. Published July 30, 2026. Additional information will be provided during the interview process.

Indeed Keywords

Senior Technical Editor, Lead Technical Editor, Managing Editor, Technical Editing, GPO Style Manual, Substantive Editing, Federal Publishing, Scientific Editing, Engineering Publications, Research Publications, FHWA, USDOT, DC Metro, McLean, Washington DC

Pay: $98,000.00 - $106,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

ITC may request a Letter of Intent (LOI) for this proposal position. If offered this role upon contract award, what annual salary within the posted range would you be willing to commit to accepting?

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

technical writing, communications and publication: 10 years (Required)
Gov't Highway, Road, Transportation: 1 year (Required)
supervisory/management in technical editing/publishing: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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