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Everwatch

Technical Writer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$62.50 - $85.73/hr

EverWatch is a government solutions company providing advanced defense, intelligence, and deployed ... As a Technical Writer on our team, you'll support the drafting, writing, editing, formatting, proof ...

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Technical Writer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$52K - $93K/yr

The Technical Writer will work closely with Government stakeholders, engineers, Configuration Managers, asset managers, and technical subject matter experts to create high-quality documentation that ...

SAIC

Technical Writer

Newport, RI · On-site +1

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a detailed-oriented Technical Writer to work at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center alongside the government customer. As a Technical Writer, you will apply ...

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The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of ... government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is ...

Everwatch

Technical Writer

Annapolis Junction, MD

$62.50 - $85.73/hr

We are a full-service government solutions company. Harnessing the most advanced technology and ... Responsibilities As a Technical Writer on our team, you'll support the drafting, writing, editing ...

Everwatch

Technical Writer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$62.50 - $85.73/hr

We are a full-service government solutions company. Harnessing the most advanced technology and ... Responsibilities As a Technical Writer on our team, you'll support the drafting, writing, editing ...

Aptive

Technical Writer

The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of ... government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is ...

Aptive

Technical Writer

The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of ... government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is ...

Konik

Technical Writer

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$28 - $37/hr

Technical Writer Eagan, MN | On-Site | Contract to Hire | $28 - $37/hr Konik is partnering with a ... S. government regulations, candidates must be U.S. citizens to be considered for clearance.

TechFlow, Inc.

Technical Writer

Montgomery, AL · On-site

The Technical Writer will develop, maintain, and manage comprehensive technical documentation ... Support Government risk management activities by documenting risks, mitigation strategies, action ...

Kratos Defense

Technical Writer

Crane, IN · On-site

We are seeking a highly motivated technical writer to join our Kratos Defense & Rocket Support ... Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information per government standards * Travel: Up to ...

Kratos Defense

Technical Writer

Crane, IN

We are seeking a highly motivated technical writer to join our Kratos Defense & Rocket Support ... Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information per government standards * Travel: Up to ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary 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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AspectTemporary Government Technical WriterContract Government Technical Writer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in technical writing, communications, or related field; certifications like STC are commonSimilar credentials; often the same certifications and educational background
Work EnvironmentShort-term assignments within government agencies, often in office settingsProject-based roles, often remote or on-site, depending on contract terms
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies hiring temporary staff for specific projectsGovernment contractors providing technical writing services on a contractual basis

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Technical Writer

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

Everwatch
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$62.50 - $85.73/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

EverWatch is a government solutions company providing advanced defense, intelligence, and deployed support to our country’s most critical missions.  We are a full-service government solutions company. Harnessing the most advanced technology and solutions, we strengthen defenses and control environments to preserve continuity and ensure mission success.

EverWatch employees are focused on tackling the most difficult challenges of the US Government. We offer the best salaries and benefits packages in our industry - to identify and retain the top talent in support of our critical mission objectives.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.


As a Technical Writer on our team, you'll support the drafting, writing, editing, formatting, proof reading, and document management and maintenance of required system technical documents for a family of systems. You will be responsible for the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical documents and will work closely with the Task Leads and coordinate with System and Software Engineers, System Administrators, Information Assurance, and System Testers to ensure all required system documentation remains update-to-date and in compliance with government provided templates. 


You Have: 

  • Experience with preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documents including software and systems engineering, systems operations, testing, and user documentation
  • Experience writing and editing technical documentation for all projects hardware and software to include installation, configuration and how-to documentation
  • Experience creating code documentation for software
  • Experience producing implementation guides and end-user guides for capabilities
  • Experience in the following applications Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and SharePoint as well as Atlassian Jira and Confluence
  • Ability to provide field, data definition, and data flow documentation and format technical publications from pamphlets, technical drawingses  
  • TS/SCI with a polygraph  
  • Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of experience as a Technical Writer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, complexity or a HS Diploma and 10+ years of experience  as a Technical Writer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, complexity. 

Nice to Have: 

  • Experience using MS Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) 
  • Experience with Basic manipulation of graphics (jpg, tiff, pdf, png) 
  • Experience interpreting technical drawings and other technical graphics 
  • Experience conducting research and ensuring use of proper technical terminology 
  • Experience organizing and writing according to an established standard 
  • Experience with and/or working knowledge of IT systems and common IT terminology 

Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance with a polygraph is required.  

Compensation at EverWatch is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $62.50 to $85.73 per hour.  The estimate displayed represents the typical compensation range for this position and is just one component of EverWatch’s total compensation package for employees.


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