Are you ready to work for a company that not only supports mission critical projects but also prioritizes investing in the growth and development of its employees?
Join us at Leidos, where your most important work is ahead! You will enjoy great benefits such as paid time off (PTO), flexible schedules, discounted stock purchase plans, career growth, education and training support, parental paid leave and more! You will have the opportunity to work under exceptional industry leadership at every level, where prioritizing employees, and their work, is paramount.
Leidos was awarded the U.S. Air Force Cloud One Architecture and Common Shared Services contract, and currently is seeking a Technical Writer This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience to modernize a leading, global-scale multi-cloud environment in support of a critical mission, supporting USAF system resiliency, security, and cost effectiveness.
Primary Responsibilities:
As Technical Writer, you will play a critical role in translating complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation. You’ll collaborate with engineers, program managers, and customer stakeholders to develop materials that support cloud implementation, training, compliance, and ongoing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain high-quality documentation including manuals, user guides, SOPs, training materials, and technical reports.
Collaborate with cloud engineers, cybersecurity analysts, and program leadership to gather source content and ensure accuracy.
Support proposal development and contract deliverables by contributing to written sections and formatting artifacts.
Often uses a blend of creativity and ingenuity to develop new technical solutions and systems in order to achieve objectives
Support proposal development and contract deliverables by contributing to written sections and formatting artifacts.
Ensure documentation aligns with government standards, federal compliance requirements, and Leidos quality expectations.
Manage version control and document lifecycle across multiple workstreams.
Assist in the creation of visual aids, diagrams, and templates to enhance clarity and usability.
Seek continuous improvement and keep up with industry trends and best practices in information technology and technical writing.
Minimum Qualifications:
Typically requires BS degree and 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6+ years of prior relevant experience, additional years of experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Interim Secret clearance required to start; Ability to obtain Secret clearance required to maintain employment.
Proven experience supporting government programs, with a strong understanding of federal contracting environments.
US citizenship required.
5+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably supporting federal or DoD programs.
Proven ability to write and edit complex technical content for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Familiarity with cloud technologies, cybersecurity principles, and enterprise IT environments.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and documentation tools (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence, Adobe Acrobat).
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of Agile development environments and DevSecOps practices.
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June 4, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range $82,550.00 - $149,225.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 48,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
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