Technical writers jobs in Ashburn, VA and nearby (141 jobs)

Technical writers jobs within 25 miles of Ashburn, VA. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Nov 8, 2026

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Open jobs: 141
Employers: 96

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Average starting payUSD / year: $93,120Across 27 listings

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Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 9%13 listings
On-site: 23%33 listings

Not specified: 67% (95 listings)

Employers hiring include ProSidian Consulting, LLC (9), SAIC (4), Steampunk (4).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

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Technical writers jobs in Ashburn, VA and nearby

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Technical Writer
Avalore, LLC
Arlington, VA
The Technical Writer will prepare, edit, and manage program documentation with an emphasis on clarity, professionalism, and compliance with standards. They will author, standardize, and…
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Technical Writer
SAIC
Sterling, VA
SAIC is seeking a mission driven Technical Writer/Graphics Specialist to support an exciting and high impact customer project. The candidate will have demonstrated expertise in reviewing…
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Consultant, Technical Writer and Process Improvement Analyst
Guidehouse
ARLINGTON, VA
- $74,000 to $124,000 USD / year
Translate complex technical, regulatory, and policy information into clear, user-friendly guidance materials.
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Technical Writer- REMOTE
ICF Incorporated, LLC
Reston, VA
ICF seeks a Technical Writer to support our important work in Child Care and Development Technical Assistance (CDTA) Projects. The Technical Writer will work with project teams supporting…
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Federal Pipeline Manager & Proposal Writer (Remote)
Praescient Analytics
FAIRFAX, VA
…mission-support solutions to federal customers. We combine technical depth, disciplined delivery, and mission understanding to help government organizations turn complex information into…
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Instructional Designer
Stanley Martin Homes, LLC
Reston, VA
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IT technical writer
US Tech Solutions
Bethesda, MD
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Technical Writer / Trainer
Veredus - DC
Herndon, VA
- $25 USD / hour
The Trainer/Technical Writer, reporting to the SVP of BD Support, looks after every aspect of corporate training and related services, including but not limited to design and execution of…
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Technical Writer
Business Integra
Bethesda, MD
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Technical Writer
Business Integra
Bethesda, MD
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Technical Writer
TEKsystems
Reston, VA
- $70 to $127 USD / hour
We are seeking a Technical Writer to develop and maintain documentation supporting cybersecurity, software development, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise core services. This role will…
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Technical Writer / Technical Documentation Lead - JobID-0335
Innovative Defense Technologies
Arlington, VA
- $114,000 to $231,000 USD / year
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Technical Writer / Technical Documentation Lead to be part of our Advanced Capabilities team and…
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IT Technical Writer
Booz Allen Hamilton_United States
Reston, VA · McLean, VA
…manuals, instructions and contract deliverables. Write and edit technical documentation for hardware and software to include installation, configuration, and how-to documentation. Format…
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Sr. Technical Writer
Culmen International LLC
Springfield, VA
Sr. Technical Writer to work on site in Springfield, VA. This position will provide administrative support to the Research Directorate and Senior Leadership levels in the Government program…
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Technical Writer/Knowledge Manager
Red Arch Solutions
Reston, VA
Red Arch Solutions is seeking a versatile Knowledge Manager / technical Writer to establish and govern the knowledge management framework for an enterprise metadata modernization program…
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Technical Writer
Mayvin, Inc
Arlington, VA
- $59,000 to $89,000 USD / year
Mayvin is seeking a Technical Writer to support the United States Marshals Service (USMS) Training Division at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Brunswick, GA or at…
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Technical Proposal Writer
BizFirst
McLean, VA
BizFirst is assisting our client with recruiting a Technical Proposal Writer with government contracting experience. This federal proposal writing and response role supports pursuits across…
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Sr. Technical Writer II (6894)
MetroStar
Reston, VA
As a Sr. Technical Writer II, you will work alongside engineers responsible for cloud services, a suite of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) tools, and the…
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Instructional Designer
Steampunk
McLean, VA
…as part of a cross-functional team - including designers and technical experts - engaging with stakeholders and end-users to develop an effective approach and ensure adoption of new systems…
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Technical Writer
Steampunk
McLean, VA
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Instructional Designer
Steampunk
McLean, VA
…as part of a cross-functional team - including designers and technical experts - engaging with stakeholders and end-users to develop an effective approach and ensure adoption of new systems…
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Senior Proposal Writer
Trinzic
Chantilly, VA
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Senior Technical Writer
sesengin
Reston, VA
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Federal Proposal Writer (Remote)
Praescient Analytics
Fairfax, VA
…mission-support solutions to federal customers. We combine technical depth, disciplined delivery, and mission understanding to help government organizations turn complex information into…
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Senior Proposal Writer (Contract)
Red Cell Partners
McLean, VA
- $100 to $140 USD / hour

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Actalent

Technical Writer

CLARKSBURG, MD, United States

$45 to $70 USD / hour

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Pay: $45 to $70 USD / hour
Experience: Proven experience (5+ years) as a Technical Writer or similar documentation role.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 30, 2026

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Job Title: Technical WriterJob DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Technical Writer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining a variety of technical documentation to ensure compliance with customer requirements and standards.

Responsibilities

Create, update, and maintain technical documentation, including technical manuals, quick reference guides, engineering specifications, release notes, and training material.
Review and verify compliance with customer requirements and standards.
Work closely with subject matter experts, engineers, analysts, and project leads to gather information and clarify technical details.
Convert technical information into well-structured, easy-to-understand documentation aligned with organizational standards.
Address review comments and incorporate feedback from internal reviews and customer events.
Conduct quality reviews of documentation for clarity, accuracy, grammar, logic, and compliance with style guidelines.
Manage assigned tasks and deliverables to meet deadlines.

Essential Skills

Proven experience (5+ years) as a Technical Writer or similar documentation role.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
Strong understanding of technical concepts and engineering workflows.
Demonstrated proficiencies in applying technical-writing best practices.
Able to collaborate and work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
Proficiency with documentation tools such as Confluence, Jira, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
Proficiency with using Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Visio.
Demonstrated knowledge of COTS Technical Writing standards.
Familiarity with defense-related technical writing standards.
Ability to comply with all company guidelines, policies, procedures, and embrace core values.
Strong organizational and communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with PTC Windchill (PLM).
Experience writing technical documentation in XML coding using Arbortext Editor.
Experience with creating graphics from CAD models using Creo Illustrate.
Experience with IADS4 compliance development of technical publications.
Ability to write for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Work EnvironmentThis position is within a Heavy Engineering Design and Manufacturing Environment. The organization designs and manufactures all its products in-house. The role is part of the Integrated Logistics Team, which includes three Technical Writers, working on state-of-the-art equipment for military applications. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of CLARKSBURG, MD. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $70.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of CLARKSBURG, MD. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in CLARKSBURG,MD.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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Skills

Documentation
Regulatory compliance
Meet deadlines
Technical writing
Atlassian Confluence
Jira
Microsoft SharePoint
Adobe Acrobat
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Visio
Communication skills
PTC Windchill
PLM
PTC Arbortext
PTC Creo
Logistics

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