Job Title: Technical Writer- TS/SCI with Polygraph
Company Name:
General Dynamics IT
Location:
Tysons Corner, VA
Position Type:
Full Time
Post Date:
02/26/2026
Expire Date:
05/02/2026
Job Categories:
Engineering, Information Technology
Job Description
Technical Writer- TS/SCI with Polygraph
Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Technical Writer supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.
At GDIT, people are our differentiators. As a Technical Writer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Technical Writer joining our highly skilled team to lead day-to-day operations and drive our mission to be a premier provider of IT operations excellence to the customer. We deliver comprehensive IT service management across multiple fabrics and centers, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. We have a responsibility to ensure operational IT capabilities provide our client with the timeliness, accuracy and reliability they demand from all our highly professional roles. Be the change, lead our change join us!
HOW A TECHNICAL WRITER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Create, edit, and maintain technical documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), knowledge base articles, FAQs, and internal process documentation
Collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and product managers to gather information and ensure technical accuracy
Develop and maintain templates and content standards to ensure consistency and quality across documents
Translate technical information into engaging and accessible content for both technical and non-technical audiences
Manage documentation through its lifecycle: drafting, reviewing, publishing, and maintaining updates
Work with graphic designers or UX teams to include visuals that support written content (diagrams, charts, screenshots)
Ensure documentation is aligned with company brand voice and accessibility best practices
Required Skills:
Strong command of English grammar, style, and syntax
Familiarity with documentation tools
Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and explain them clearly
WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Associates or Bachelors degree in a related field; or possess an advanced degree in a related field (such as: Computer Science, IT Management, Engineering, Data Science)
Required Experience: 4+ yrs of directly related professional work experience
Required Certifications: Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC)
Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraph
Location: Tysons, VA - On Customer Site
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications