Technical Writer 3 – Part-Time

Wood Consulting Services

Technical Writer 3 preparing, reviewing, and maintaining technical documentation for government systems engineering projects. Involves collaboration with developers and technical personnel at Fort Meade, Maryland.

Posted 4/13/2026part-timeFort Meade • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation.
Writes and edits technical documentation for all of the project’s hardware and software to include installation, configuration and how-to documentation.
Creates code documentation for software; produces implementation guides and end-user guides for capabilities; provides field, data definition, and data flow documentation and formats technical publications from pamphlets, technical drawings, and consultations with technical personnel and other available resources.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
Four (4) years of additional TW experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Eight (8) years experience as a TW in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
A Master’s degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the requirement to six (6) years of experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
Wellness Programs: Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.

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Hard Skills & Tools

technical documentationsoftware engineeringsystems engineeringsystem operationstestinguser documentationinstallation documentationconfiguration documentationimplementation guidesdata flow documentation