Technical Writer Job at Leidos, Chesapeake, VA

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  • Leidos
  • Chesapeake, VA

Job Description

Description

Are you ready to unleash your potential?

At Leidos , we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Are you ready for your next career challenge?

We are in search of a Technical Writer to support the development of AN/SQQ-89 A(V)15 system operational and maintenance Integrated Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) for US Navy ships in support of Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS 5B).

Join a team committed to a mission!

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work closely with Logisticians and other Tech Writers as the SQQ-89A(V)15 SME to support the creation of technical data

  • Provide subject matter expertise in the creation of templates, be able to describe complex and technical topics in a clear, concise, and accurate manner

  • Lead review of documentation as required

  • Provide quality assessment of technical manuals being delivered to US Navy ships

Basic Qualifications

  • Applicant shall have technical experience with AN/SQQ-89A(V) ACB/APB sonar system equipment.

  • At least 6 years of AN/SQQ-89(V) working experience in both Operations and Maintenance.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Security Clearance.

  • Excellent written communication and grammatical skills

  • Excellent organizational skills.

  • Experience working directly with technical SMEs

  • Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams

  • Must have and be able to maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • A thorough understanding of AN/SQQ-89(V) system operations and maintenance requirements

  • Experience working with S1000D or similar collaborative product data system

  • System functional segments

  • Sonar tactical equipment

  • System LAN operation and administration

  • Fault Detection / Isolation / Localization

  • Remove and replace procedures

  • Experience with NAVSEA programs and their lifecycle support

  • Travel may be required for this position

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

Original Posting:
November 3, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $50,700.00 - $91,650.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Job Tags

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