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Woburn, MA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

UFA, Inc., is looking for an in office part-time Technical Writer for the 2026 months of July through December to aid and provide necessary leave coverage for our Technical Documentation team. The ...

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Fayetteville, NC · On-site

$77K - $176K/yr

As a Technical Writer, you will collaborate closely with cybersecurity experts, product managers ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

Technical Writer

Stafford, VA · On-site

$55K - $126K/yr

Write and edit technical documentation, user manuals, and sales and training literature. Apply ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

Technical Writer

Lexington, MA · On-site

$69K - $158K/yr

Write and edit technical documentation, user manuals, and sales and training literature. Apply ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

Technical Writer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$53K - $108K/yr

As a Technical Writer on our team, you'll perform reviews and ensure the quality of all written ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

The Technical Writer will be responsible for: * Producing a variety of standard documents including ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

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How much do part time gis technical writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time gis 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.

What is the difference between Part Time Gis Technical Writer vs Part Time Cartographer?

AspectPart Time Gis Technical WriterPart Time Cartographer
CredentialsGIS certifications, technical writing experienceMapping certifications, GIS knowledge
Work EnvironmentOffice, remote, technical documentation projectsFieldwork, office, map creation
Industry UsageGIS firms, government agencies, tech companiesUrban planning, environmental agencies, surveying

While both roles involve GIS knowledge, a Part Time Gis Technical Writer focuses on creating technical documentation and manuals, whereas a Part Time Cartographer specializes in map creation and spatial data visualization. The roles differ mainly in their core tasks but share similar GIS credentials and industry environments.

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PART-TIME Technical Writer

PART-TIME Technical Writer

Optimus Technology, Inc.

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain operations documentation, user guides, manuals, and technical publications.

  • Work with developers and subject matter experts to gather technical information and produce quality documentation and training materials.

  • Coordinate layout and design of documents and review work products of others for compliance with technical manual standards.


Job description

PART-TIME POSITION (20 hours/week)
The Technical Writer (TW) shall possess the following capabilities:

(U) Assist in preparing and maintaining operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publications
(U) Understand basic concepts (to include basic grammar concepts), responsible for writing technical copy for various types of documents
(U) Gather technical information, prepares written text
(U) Maintain a current internal documentation library
(U) Use multiple word processing and presentation tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio etc.
(U) Prepare and maintain operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publications
(U) Work with developers to produce quality documentation and training materials
(U) Work on all phases of documentation
(U) Understand basic concepts and write technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexity
(U) Prepare reports, responses, and briefings targeted to a wide range of audiences
(U) Coordinate layout and design of documents
(U) Research highly technical subject matter, organizes information from multiples sources, and express technical information in written form that is comprehensible to a wide audience of readers
(U) Under general direction, write technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexity
(U) Apply concepts for technical writing based on engineering drawings, technical information from engineering documentation, consultations with engineers and subject matter experts, and other available sources
(U) Produce defense acquisition documentation, user manuals, training manuals, and other documentation utilized by the end-user community of DoD electronic equipment and systems
(U) Interpret engineering and maintenance drawings, operational procedures to understand and blend large quantities of computer related information
(U) Produce technical documentation for Cryptologic programs or projects developing analytic tradecraft methodologies
(U) Apply technical manual standard NSA DS-89 to work products
(U) Provide expert oversight of technical writing and editing to all phases of acquisition and technical documentation for the Program, Project, or Contract
(U) Work independently preparing and maintaining highly complex systems, programming and operations documentation, procedures and methods
(U) Act as project leader for projects with complex or voluminous documentation and may provide or coordinate special documentation services as required
(U) Review work products of others for compliance with technical manual NSA Data Standard (DS)-89
Optimus Technology is a SDVO (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned) small business founded in 2010. We are known for our exceptionally talented group of Engineers and Technical experts with superior knowledge and experience in Cyber Technologies and the latest technology trends. Our dedication in pairing the right Optimus Technologist with the right customer solution is at the core of our Partnership commitment and critical to the performance and satisfaction of our employees, the pinnacle of the Optimus culture.
Why us?
We strive to provide the best well-rounded benefits package available.
  • Premium health, dental, and vision package
  • Company funded HRA
  • 401k company contributions
  • Employer paid group term life insurance policy
  • Tuition assistance and career development
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Paid time off
  • Referral bonuses
  • Company outings, giveaways & more

Optimus practices a policy of non-discrimination and is fully committed to the principles of equality in employment and opportunity for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, gender, race, religion, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit based factor.