Technical Writer (Remote)
Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Technical Writer / Proposal Analyst to join a mission-driven team supporting federal customers. This fully remote role in the United States combines proposal writing (RFP/RFI/RFQ response) with technical documentation—user guides, SOPs, knowledge-base articles, and training materials. You will interview subject matter experts (SMEs), translate technical information into clear, user-friendly content, and work closely with capture, proposal, and delivery teams that will provide mentoring and guidance. This posting includes a salary range: USD $60,000 – $70,000 per year. What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)
- Mission Alignment & Strategic Support
- Support the business unit by turning senior leadership priorities and government direction into clear, actionable materials.
- Produce briefings, strategic plans, and supporting content that translate concepts into executable documents.
- Create and update organizational charts and SharePoint sites to organize and share information.
- Convert government-provided materials into training and onboarding content for internal teams.
- Proposal Development
- Analyze solicitation requirements and draft compliant, persuasive proposal sections (RFPs/RFIs/RFQs).
- Support past performance and resume development; lead sections with oversight when assigned.
- Edit, format, and proofread proposal content to align with win themes and overall proposal strategy.
- Use proposal best practices (storyboarding, iterative drafting) to deliver high-quality artifacts on schedule.
- Technical Documentation
- Develop and maintain user guides, SOPs, help content, quick-reference guides, and training materials for non-expert audiences.
- Interview SMEs and convert technical concepts into clear, accurate documentation.
- Produce knowledge-base articles, FAQs, diagrams, process flows, charts, and other visual aids.
- Collaboration & Quality Assurance
- Work with SMEs, project managers, and stakeholders to capture requirements and documentation needs.
- Apply document templates, style guides, and government formatting standards (e.g., Section 508 where applicable).
- Ensure consistency in style, terminology, and branding across deliverables.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) with 1–3 years relevant experience; degrees in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Journalism, or similar preferred.
- Experience responding to government solicitations (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs) and writing compliant proposal sections.
- Demonstrated ability to write technical documentation (user guides, SOPs, training materials) for non-expert audiences.
- Strong interview, editing, and proofreading skills; attention to detail and consistency.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to obtain/maintain Suitability/Public Trust clearance.
Location & Clearance This is a fully remote role within the United States. Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance is required. Compensation & Benefits Posted base salary range: USD $60,000 – $70,000 per year. Benefits may include health insurance, EAP, learning & development, certification assistance, referral bonuses, internal mobility, and more. Interview & Hiring Process Typical steps include virtual interviews (camera on), photo ID verification, enhanced biometric ID screening, and background checks (criminal history past 7 years, education and employment verification).