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Saalex · Tidewater, Virginia, United States

Saalex Corporation is seeking multiple Technical Writer I in Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex Solutions is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. Saalex offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Contingent on Contract Award.

Salary: $60k-$105k (depending on experience)

The Technical Writer I supports the Navy by developing, editing, and maintaining technical documentation in support of IT, cybersecurity, and engineering operations within global Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) environments. 

Essential Functions:

  • Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation including system manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials. 
  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation for technical and non-technical audiences. 
  • Ensure documentation complies with DoD, Navy, and program standards, including formatting and configuration control requirements. 
  • Collaborate with engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and program staff to gather and validate technical content. 
  • Support documentation for RMF packages, system configurations, and operational procedures. 
  • Maintain document version control and support audits, reviews, and updates. 
  • Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

Required:

  • 1–3 years of experience in technical writing, communications, IT, or related field. 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). 
  • Experience creating and editing technical documentation in a structured environment. 
  • Familiarity with documentation tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat). 

Desired:

  • Experience supporting DoD or Navy programs. 
  • Familiarity with configuration management and document control processes. 
  • Experience supporting RMF documentation, system engineering documentation, or IT service documentation.

Additional Qualifications:

  • Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills. 
  • Ability to manage multiple documentation efforts simultaneously. 

Security Clearance:

  • Must be eligible to obtain a Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance. Active clearances preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

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Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources
  • Stock Option Plan
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About Saalex

Saalex Corp., is an engineering and information technology services company providing support to battlefield environments ranging from undersea warfare, surface warfare, air warfare, and the space program. We focus on information technology and cybersecurity support, test range operations and management services, training and training support, engineering and logistics services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. We employ a workforce of over 600 at military and NASA installations nationwide and are headquarded in Washington DC with offices in Camarillo CA, Rockledge FL, Newport RI, Ridgecrest CA, Corona CA, Lexington Park, MD, and Keyport WA.

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