Technical Writer/Editor (Mid-Level)
Team Carney ·
- Work mode
- Remote
- Seniority
- Middle
- Employment
- Part time
- Category
- Technical writing
- Experience
- 3+ years
The Technical Writer/Editor will manage documentation across the course development lifecycle, creating and editing technical manuals, reports, and training materials for Federal Government projects. This role involves collaborating with subject matter experts to translate complex technical data into clear, accessible content.
At Team Carney, we believe that true performance acceleration happens at the intersection of innovative learning and deep strategic expertise. Since 1994, our mission has been to provide top-tier training, learning, and human capital solutions that empower Federal Government agencies to meet their critical mandates. We are seeking a skilled Technical Writer/Editor (Mid-Level) to support the NIC Curriculum Modernization, E-Learning Development, & Instructor-Led Training Revision Support initiative.
This position is contingent on contract award.
Work Schedule and Location
Employment Status: Part-Time / Project-Based (~20 hours/week).
Location: This position is fully remote within the U.S.
Who You Are & What You’ll Do
The Technical Writer/Editor (Mid-Level) will plan, manage, and coordinate documentation across the full course development lifecycle. You will write, edit, and rewrite technical materials—including systems documentation, user manuals, reports, cybersecurity-related training collateral, and system security plans. Working closely with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and engineering personnel, you will collect technical data, produce clear technical illustrations, and translate complex concepts into clear, concise, and accessible content while ensuring all deliverables meet rigorous quality control standards.
What You Bring to the Table - Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Technical Writing, or a related field (or an Associate’s degree with equivalent work experience).
Experience: 3+ years of technical writing and editing experience, preferably supporting training, software, or government documentation projects.
Core Capabilities:
Demonstrated ability to write, edit, and rewrite technical manuals, reports, and training collateral.
Proven experience collecting technical data and collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure instructional accuracy.
Capability to produce technical illustrations, diagrams, and layout formatting for training packages.
Strong familiarity with document quality control and industry style standards.
Why Join Team Carney?
When you join Team Carney, you join a legacy of excellence. We focus on our people because when we make a positive impact on the lives of our employees, they are able to make a positive impact on our clients. We offer a full suite of competitive benefits, including:
Health & Wellness: Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options (BCBS CareFirst), health spending accounts (HSA), and flexible spending accounts (FSA).
Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, plus Carney-paid life and disability insurance.
Work-Life Harmony: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 paid holidays, and 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
Professional & Personal Growth: Annual tuition assistance (up to $5,000) and student loan repayment.
Get Out and Learn: Up to $200 annually to learn almost anything (from pottery to coding!).
Get Out and Run: Up to $200 annually to participate in fitness and active lifestyle events.
Continuous Development: Ad hoc training and ongoing professional development access.