Fairwinds Technologies · 8 hours ago
Technical Writer (Hybrid-Maryland, D.C)
Germantown, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$129K/yr - $136K/yr
6+ years expFairwinds Technologies is seeking a Technical Writer to support the DHS C-UAS mission. The role involves developing and managing technical documentation to enhance operator readiness and improve interagency coordination for C-UAS technologies.
InfrastructureManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Write, update, and manage technical materials such as reports, manuals, T&E summaries, installation, operation, and maintenance guides, and SOPs
Interpret assignment scope and technical requirements from program leadership
Study exercise planning and operational C‑UAS activities to accurately document workflows and technologies
Translate complex technical concepts into accurate, comprehensible documents
Organize material following program standards for clarity, accuracy, and consistency
Recommend improvements to content structure, formatting, and delivery methods
Select or coordinate photographs, diagrams, charts, and schematics to support material
Collaborate with illustrators or graphic designers for technical visuals
Maintain document repositories, version logs, and archives
Conduct quality reviews and coordinate SME validation
Assist in layout, formatting, printing, duplication, and digital distribution
Support speeches, articles, and public communications
Support meeting documentation development by producing presentation materials
Assist with the development of training materials
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S citizen with a valid secret security clearance
Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Communications, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field
6-10+ years of technical writing experience for engineering, defense, cybersecurity, or federal programs
Experience with DHS, DoD, or federal programs
Ability to interpret technical drawings, system specs, workflows, and procedures
Working knowledge of Section 508 compliance
Proficiency with documentation tools, including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
Benefits
A range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
Fairwinds Technologies
Fairwinds Technologies is a defense and space manufacturing company that offers engineering, field service, and interactive training.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
J
Jim Sprungle
Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Sprungle
Chief Financial Officer
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