Technical Writer - Military veterans preferred

Job Title: Technical Writer

Location: Arlington, VA

Workplace: Hybrid (all candidate must be located in the DMV based on in person customer needs 1-2 times per week

Clearance Required: Active Public Trust

Position Overview:

We are seeking a versatile and experienced Technical Writer to support multiple federal programs with documentation needs across data science, artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML), cybersecurity, and analytics initiatives. This individual will be responsible for creating, editing, and maintaining a wide range of technical content, tailored to different government client environments and audiences. The successful candidate will be customer-facing, skilled at translating complex technical concepts into clear, accessible documentation, and experienced in working within fast-paced, mission-driven teams.

Position Requirements:

• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, product owners, and federal clients to develop and maintain a variety of technical documents, including:
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • User Manuals and Guides
  • Technical Specifications
  • Reports and White Papers
  • System Documentation
  • Policy and Compliance Documents
  • Training Materials
• Interview subject matter experts (SMEs), product teams, and end-users to gather and clarify information
• Support the development of agile documentation frameworks for iterative updates
• Ensure documentation is clear, concise, and tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Translate technical jargon and analytical concepts (e.g., AI/ML models, data pipelines) into readable content for executives, analysts, and IT staff
• Adhere to federal documentation standards and guidelines for quality, consistency, and compliance
• Assist in requirements gathering and business analysis activities when needed
• Organize and maintain document repositories and version control

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• 6–10 years of technical writing experience in the U.S. federal sector
• Demonstrated experience working directly with government customers and end-users
• Must have an active Public Trust and be eligible for a Top Secret (TS) clearance
• Strong understanding of documentation standards in regulated and security-conscious environments
• Familiarity with data science, AI/ML, or advanced analytics programs
• Ability to quickly learn and document emerging technologies, tools, and platforms
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and clarity

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience working in federal programs focused on cybersecurity, fraud analytics, or intelligence
• Prior experience supporting data science or AI/ML teams in a documentation or business analyst capacity
• Experience with Agile/Scrum teams and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence)
• Proficiency with documentation and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, Visio)
• Background in business analysis, particularly in translating stakeholder needs into functional documentation or user stories

About Elder Research, Inc

People Centered. Data Driven

Elder Research is a fast growing consulting firm specializing in predictive analytics. Being in the data mining business almost 30 years, we pride ourselves in our ability to find creative, cutting edge solutions to real-world problems. We work hard to provide the best value to our clients and allow each person to contribute their ideas and put their skills to use immediately.

Our team members are passionate, curious, life-long learners. We value humility, servant-leadership, teamwork, and integrity. We seek to serve our clients and our teammates to the best of our abilities. In keeping with our entrepreneurial spirit, we want candidates who are self-motivated with an innate curiosity and strong team work.

Elder Research believes in continuous learning and community - each week the entire company attends a “Tech Talk” and each office location provides lunch. Elder Research provides a supportive work environment with established parental, bereavement, and PTO policies. By prioritizing a healthy work-life balance - with reasonable hours, solid pay, low travel, and extremely flexible time off - Elder Research enables and encourages its employees to serve others and enjoy their lives.

Elder Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Elder Research is a Government contractor and many of our positions require US Citizenship.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/protected veterans



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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