Description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Mid-Level Technical Writer in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

This position is based near Columbia, Maryland, with alternative duty locations in San Diego, California, Englewood, Colorado, or Huntsville, Alabama. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Job Summary

Leidos is seeking a Mid-Level Technical Writer to join a high-impact, multi-agency program serving the United States Space Force (USSF) / Space Systems Command (SSC), the United States Air Force (USAF), and other critical mission stakeholders. The selected individual will play key role in enhancing, testing, and deploying a large-scale Satellite Communications (SATCOM) system to an existing infrastructure. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in public key infrastructure (PKI) and key management, excels at complex problem solving, and has a strong record of delivering results as part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced Agile Development environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance the resilience and cybersecurity of mission-critical communications that protect our nation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare, author, edit, and proof technical documents and program deliverables (e.g., system manuals, user guides, training materials, installation guides, proposals, reports) in accordance with the SOW and CDRLs.
• Ensure all documents conform to program standards, Data Item Description (DID) requirements, and applicable templates.
• Create and maintain document templates using styles and formats in MS Word.
• Work closely with engineers, developers, testers, Release Train Engineers, users, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, define content, and capture data and media for documentation.
• Perform quality assurance reviews on all contractual documentation and deliverables, ensuring comments and customer feedback are fully addressed.
• Format, review, and submit contract deliverables and reports, ensuring proper configuration management (CM) and version control in coordination with Data Management staff.
• Oversee the collection, organization, editing, and revision of documentation supporting complex computer systems and networks.
• Apply and help guide implementation of CMMI Maturity Level 3 best practices for documentation and quality.
• Manage multiple documentation efforts simultaneously with strong attention to detail, quality, and on-time task completion.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical, Writing, or related discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Must have at least 5 years of experience as a full time dedicated Technical Writer on a large, complex technical program, creating, editing, and producing extensive documents, reports, CDRLs, and briefings for diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
• Must have expert-level proficiency with advanced MS Word formatting and editing features, with extensive experience developing, managing, and refining large, complex technical documents and publications.
• Must have direct experience working with system engineers, software engineers, and program management to translate technical information into clear, concise documentation including user manuals and reports.
• Must demonstrate excellent grammar skills (including punctuation, spelling, and usage).
• Must be an exceptional communicator, both verbally and in writing, able to convey information clearly and concisely, build rapport effectively, and understand, interpret, and explain highly technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Must have experience planning, prioritizing, and managing multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be capable of performing high-quality work both individually and as part of a team.
• Must be a self-motivated problem solver who proactively takes initiative when issues arise.

Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in a Technical, Writing, or related discipline.
• Experience working with or in military Satellite Communications (SATCOM) organizations such as United States Air Force (USAF), United States Space Force (USSF), or another Agency.
• Experience working with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)/ key management programs and technologies.
• Experience working on or with multi-disciplinary technical development teams.
• Experience working on an agile program and team.
• Extensive experience on a system/software development program compiling, editing, and publishing CDRL documentation.
• Sound understanding of CMMI ML3 best practices, DID formats, and agile methodologies.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you - Apply today!

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:
March 18, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $82,550.00 - $149,225.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.