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Technical Writer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Technical Writer 8 days ago Requisition ID: 2841 Duties & Responsibilities DigiFlight, Inc., a fast-growing Government contractor in Huntsville AL, is seeking a Technical Writer supporting the Apache ...

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Technical Writer

Lexington, MA · On-site

$69.30 - $158/hr

Experience with MIL‑STD, government technical writing requirements, or similar controlled‑documentation standards * Knowledge of model‑based or digital engineering documentation ecosystems such ...

Technical Writer

Lexington, MA · On-site +1

$69K - $158K/yr

Experience with MIL-STD, government technical writing requirements, or similar controlled-documentation standards * Knowledge of model-based or digital engineering documentation ecosystems such as ...

We are looking for a freelance/contractor Technical Writer to produce high-quality documentation. Responsibilities: Work with internal teams to obtain an in-depth understanding of the product and the ...

Experience with MILSTD, government technical writing requirements, or similar controlled-documentation standards * Knowledge of modelbased or digital engineering documentation ecosystems such as ...

Technical Writer

Lexington, MA · On-site

$69K - $158K/yr

Experience with MIL-STD, government technical writing requirements, or similar controlled-documentation standards * Knowledge of model-based or digital engineering documentation ecosystems such as ...

Technical Writer

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of technical writing experience, experience supporting the Federal Government, such as DoD or DLA, and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office. In assuming this ...

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Technical Writer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$28.06/hr

One Federal Solution is seeking a Technical Writer to supporta Government Client by providing technical writing, policy development, and program documentation support. The selected individual will ...

Technical Writer Location: Richmond, VA 23219 Contract Duration: 5 months Our client is seeking an ... Additional experience with government documentation standards and accessibility compliance is ...

Technical Writer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$28.06/hr

One Federal Solution is seeking a Technical Writer to supporta Government Client by providing technical writing, policy development, and program documentation support. The selected individual will ...

Technical Writer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$62.50 - $85.73/hr

Job Title Technical Writer Overview EverWatch is a government solutions company providing advanced defense, intelligence, and deployed support to our country's most critical missions. We are a full ...

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Technical Writer

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of technical writing experience, experience supporting the Federal Government, such as DoD or DLA, and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office. In assuming this ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance government technical writer in the United States is $38.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFreelance Government Technical WriterFreelance Technical Writer
CredentialsOften requires knowledge of government regulations, security clearances, and familiarity with federal documentation standardsTypically requires general writing skills, industry-specific knowledge, and possibly certifications like CPT or CMP
Work EnvironmentPrimarily works on government contracts, often remotely or on-site at government agenciesWorks across various industries, including tech, healthcare, and corporate sectors, mostly remotely
Employer & Industry UsageHired by government agencies, contractors, or consulting firms for federal documentation projectsHired by private companies, agencies, or as independent contractors for diverse projects

In summary, Freelance Government Technical Writers specialize in federal documentation with specific security and regulatory requirements, while Freelance Technical Writers have a broader scope across industries. Both roles require strong writing skills but differ mainly in their work environment and industry focus.

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Digiflight

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$90 - $120/hr

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Technical Writer

8 days ago Requisition ID: 2841

Duties & Responsibilities

DigiFlight, Inc., a fast-growing Government contractor in Huntsville AL, is seeking a Technical Writer supporting the Apache Attack Helicopter Project Management Office (AAH-PMO) based in the Huntsville, AL area. Candidates should have excellent management, organizational, and communication skills with experience in Provisioning. An ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to quickly grasp, understand and interpret key aspects of Army programs. Candidates should also be able to communicate, advise and help formulate solutions to senior Government leadership and work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing team environment, reacting quickly to changing requirements and schedules.

  • A bachelor’s degree is desired and a minimum of 20 years’ experience (an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be used in lieu of degree).
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance is required.
Required Skills

Experienced in using UltraEdit, Beyond Compare, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and SharePoint; Expertly proficient in XML Coding, IADS development, Page Base Development; Expert in MWOs, TMs, DMWRs, TBs (Military technical 750-1; Expert in Document Type Definitions (DTD), style sheets, and live DTDs; Experienced in validation and verification of government technical manuals (TM, TB, Flight manuals, MWOs, DMWRs, etc); Expert in field and sustainment maintenance levels and provisioning impacts on publications; Excellent organizational skills; MUST have the ability to research, review, and understand technical information, interpret engineering drawings, and develop procedural information for technical documentation; Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written); Must be able to travel; Statement of Work Requirements for publications. Must be an expert in MS Office (Excel,

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