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Contract Technical Author Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

Technical IT Proposal Writer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

... contract opportunities. This encompasses all aspects of the response, such as Executive Summaries ... authors or Subject Matter Experts. Job Duties: * Craft and enhance a compliant, engaging technical ...

Author timely, defensible technical accounting memos outlining conclusions for complex or non ... Partner with Sales, Legal, and Finance during contract negotiations to evaluate terms, identify ...

Technical Editor

Mclean, VA · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

Coordinating iterative editing with authors and stakeholders to strengthen content, structure, and ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

... contract. Position SummaryResponsible for drafting and publishing content in support of the Army ... Key Responsibilities Author content for identified stakeholder categories and social media ...

Coordinating iterative editing with authors and stakeholders to strengthen content, structure, and ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Technical Editor

Mclean, VA · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

Coordinating iterative editing with authors and stakeholders to strengthen content, structure, and ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

... contract. Position Summary Responsible for drafting and publishing content in support of the Army ... Author content for identified stakeholder categories and social media platforms. * Interview ...

... contract. Position Summary Responsible for drafting and publishing content in support of the Army ... Author content for identified stakeholder categories and social media platforms. * Interview ...

Experience authoring standard operating procedures (SOPs), incident response procedures, playbooks ... The offered rate will be based on contract affordability, the selected candidate's knowledge ...

Senior Technical Writer

Fairfax, VA · Remote

$120K - $130K/yr

... contract. This team builds and operates the secure, standardized engineering platform (source ... Author and maintain platform operations runbooks, architecture decision records (ADRs), and ...

Senior Technical Writer

Fairfax, VA · On-site +1

$120K - $130K/yr

... contract. This team builds and operates the secure, standardized engineering platform (source ... Author and maintain platform operations runbooks, architecture decision records (ADRs), and ...

Technical Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

$120K - $135K/yr

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent ... Works with authors to revise products for narrative organization, and negotiates further revisions ...

Technical Editor

Mclean, VA · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

Coordinating iterative editing with authors and stakeholders to strengthen content, structure, and ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Technical Editor

Mclean, VA · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

Coordinating iterative editing with authors and stakeholders to strengthen content, structure, and ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Technical Project Manager

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$97K - $172K/yr

Manage construction project teams, ensuring contract compliance and delivery of projects to City ... authoring tools and construction and material requirements. Responsible for coaching and training ...

Coordinating iterative editing with authors and stakeholders to strengthen content, structure, and ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

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How much do contract technical author jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract technical author in Reston, VA is $40.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.00 and $49.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Technical Author vs Technical Writer?

AspectContract Technical AuthorTechnical Writer
CredentialsOften requires technical background, certifications in technical communication or related fieldsTypically holds degrees or certifications in technical communication, journalism, or related areas
Work EnvironmentUsually contracted for specific projects, working remotely or on-site with tech companies or engineering teamsCan be employed full-time or freelance, working across various industries including IT, manufacturing, and healthcare
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly hired by tech firms, engineering companies, or consulting agencies for specialized documentationWidely used across industries for creating manuals, guides, and online help content

Contract Technical Authors focus on producing technical documentation on a contractual basis, often with specialized technical knowledge. Technical Writers may work full-time or freelance, creating a broader range of content across multiple industries. Both roles require strong communication skills and technical understanding, but Contract Technical Authors are typically hired for specific projects requiring technical expertise.

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Infographic showing various Contract Technical Author job openings in Reston, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,270 per year, or $40.5 per hour.

Technical IT Proposal Writer

Prudent Technology

Mclean, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

About Us: Prudent Technology is a Women Owned Small Business company providing Software Development, Cloud, Low Code / No Code and Data Management solutions to our federal clients. We are a team of self starters, innovators and consultants providing cutting edge technologies for the federal government. We help our clients achieve their business and operational goals by solving complex problems through experience and intellect and build sustainable solutions that last.


Who We Seek:

  • Passion Seekers. You genuinely care about the work that you do and its impact on society.
  • Self-Starters. You're a go-getter who isn't afraid to step up and disrupt the status quo.
  • Entrepreneurs. You bring fresh ideas to the table, work hard, develop business and consistently seek new challenges.
  • Collaborators. You're a great contributor to a high performing team that accomplishes great feats for our clients.

What You Will Do:

The Technical Proposal Writer's role involves crafting compelling content for technical proposals and responses to federal contract opportunities. This encompasses all aspects of the response, such as Executive Summaries, Technical Content, Past Performance, Staffing/Management Content, and Resumes, ensuring alignment with the objectives and requirements of the opportunity. The ideal candidate will possess the skill to write proficiently, conveying approaches that quickly interpret our company's offerings and articulate these in language that resonates with both business and technical users or decision-makers. As part of the Business Development team, the candidate will collaborate effectively and follow the guidance of proposal team leaders (Capture Manager, Proposal Manager, and Operations Lead) and work with other designated authors or Subject Matter Experts.


Job Duties:

  • Craft and enhance a compliant, engaging technical proposal narrative that integrates input from the capture or proposal manager, clearly delineating strengths, winning themes, distinct advantages, and the business value proposition within the context of the customer's ecosystem and the requirements of the opportunity.
  • Create detailed proposal content by conducting interviews with technical, program, and management personnel.
  • Comply with the timelines and deadlines set by the proposal manager and manage time proactively.
    Conduct research, draft preliminary guidance materials and documentation, assess technical options, and endorse the optimal choice.
  • Generate RFI responses, promotional materials, and client presentations.
  • Work with team members and stakeholders to create documents that accurately present information about current contracts and various projects. Participate in comprehensive quality, compliance, and completeness evaluations of each response to an opportunity, including involvement in color reviews and content refinement based on feedback from review teams and guidance from the capture or proposal manager.
  • Support capture management research as instructed by the capture manager.
  • Formulate a strategy for ongoing collection of technical data.

Required Skills

  • Seeking candidates with two years of technical writing experience within a proposal, marketing, technical team, or other professional writing roles.
  • Exceptional writing, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
  • Capability to convert business issues into viable, scalable technical solutions, presented narratively or graphically.
  • A keen intellectual curiosity and the aptitude to rapidly understand diverse subjects.
  • Meticulous attention to detail with a strict observance of schedules and deadlines.
  • A self-driven, proactive, and dynamic approach.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when necessary to meet writing deadlines or coordinate with operational/contractor staff during off-hours.
  • Proficiency in multitasking and prioritizing in a dynamic, demanding, and deadline-oriented setting.
  • Proficiency with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint) and Adobe PDF. Desired qualifications:
  • Knowledge of Business Development Lifecycle practices, such as Shipley methodologies.
  • Familiarity with the federal government sector and proposal processes.

Years of Experience: 2 years
Minimum Education Required: Computer Science or Technology related Bachelor's Degree.