
Open since Jul 2026
Technical Writer
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Writes and maintains technical documentation such as system manuals, user guides, API documentation and SOPs for federal government IT programs, working with developers and SMEs to translate complex systems into accessible content.
About this role
Spatial Front, Inc. (SFI), a two-time USA Today Top Workplaces awardee and Washington Top Workplaces honoree, is seeking a Technical Writer to join our team. The ideal candidate will produce clear, accurate, and user-friendly technical documentation supporting Federal Government IT programs. This role requires strong writing and communication skills, along with experience documenting complex technical systems, processes, and procedures.
As a valued member of the SFI team, you will play a critical role in translating technical concepts into accessible documentation and helping deliver mission-critical capabilities to our Federal Government customers.
Work Location: On-site, Arlington, VA
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including system manuals, user guides, API documentation, and SOPs.
- Collaborate with developers, architects, and subject matter experts to gather and validate technical content.
- Translate complex technical information into clear, accessible documentation for diverse audiences.
- Maintain documentation repositories and ensure version control and document lifecycle management.
- Ensure all documentation meets federal plain language standards, style guides, and Section 508 requirements.
- Review and edit documentation produced by other team members for accuracy and clarity.
- Manage documentation, deliverable schedules, and coordinate reviews with government stakeholders.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's in English, Technical Writing, or related field.
- 3 years of technical writing, 1 year of software documentation.
- Demonstrated expertise in: Technical documentation, user manuals, process documentation, content management, editing.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must possess an active Secret security clearance or be able to obtain one.
Desired Skills:
- STC (Society for Technical Communication) certification or equivalent.
- Experience producing technical documentation for DoD or federal agency IT programs.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Confluence, or MadCap Flare.
- Familiarity with DITA or structured authoring methodologies.
Additional Information:
- Clearance: Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- Work Environment: On-site as required by the contract.
- This is a full-time, W2 position.
- No agencies, third parties, or Corp-to-Corp submissions.
- Spatial Front Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer — all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.
- SFI participates in E-Verify.
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