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About this Communication Technical Writer role at Amentum

Amentum · Onsite · US-MD-Bethesda

Amentum is seeking a mid-level experienced Communication Technical Writer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of technical documents and reports, instruction manuals, and media creation for a broad array of technologies in support of multiple, geographically dispersed departments. This position will require collaboration with technical staff to develop, write, and edit functional descriptions, specifications, special reports, and other customer-driven deliverables and documents.

Main Responsibilities:

  •  Independently execute technical writing activities in support of the Knowledge Management (KM) strategy, planning, execution, and reporting.
  • Take detailed notes and facilitate meetings as a key aspect of the role.
  • Write, re-write, and/or edit standing operating procedures (SOPs), technical documents, white papers, reports, and related technical publications to communicate technical specifications and instructions clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
  • Acquire subject knowledge through stakeholder interviews, observing the performance of mission execution methods, and referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals.
  • Ability to develop strong relationships with senior leaders across the organization to understand key business priorities.
  • Oversee the preparation of illustrative materials, including the selection of drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts.
  • Conduct quality reviews of materials prior to publication and distribution.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires a BA/BS and 18 years of experience, a Masters and 10 years of experience, or no degree with 24 years of experience.
  • Requires a TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Senior-level expertise with Knowledge Management (KM) processes and strategies.
  • Ability to work independently, with strong oral and written communication skills to communicate technical specifications and instructions clearly and effectively to a wide range of audiences
  • Expert interpersonal skills for acquiring subject knowledge through various methods
  • Demonstrated team leadership skills to oversee the preparation and quality review of illustrative materials for publication and distribution

 

       

Compensation Details:

92K-$194K

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

11/10/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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About Amentum

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