ACT1 Federal
Junior Technical Writer
Dahlgren, VA
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- Seniority
- Entry level
- Stated salary
- $65,000 – $92,000 per year
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- Remote-friendly
- First seen by hirly
- 28 Sept 2026
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Position Title: Junior Technical Writer
Location: Dahlgren, VA
Category: Contingent
Schedule (FT/PT): FT
Travel Required: NA
Shift: Day
Remote Type: On-site
Clearance required: Active Secret Clearance
Division: Aviation
Salary range: $65,000 - $92,000
***THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD***
Who is ACT1 Federal? ACT1 Federal LLC is a 100% employee-owned company. We’ve served the Department of Defense (DoD) for nearly thirty years. Our core missions include weapon systems engineering, logistics, space domain expertise, global defense and security, business and financial management for security assistance and major defense articles, as well as military training and arctic security. Join us!
Description : ACT1 Federal is seeking a mission-focused professional to support Department of Defense acquisition and mission support activities. This position is performed 100% on-site in Dahlgren, Virginia, working alongside Government and contractor personnel in a collaborative acquisition environment.
Responsibilities:
Assist editing and document production.
Collaborate with Government and contractor stakeholders.
Prepare reports, metrics, briefings, and contract deliverables.
Support continuous process improvement and mission execution.
Utilize Microsoft Office and applicable business systems.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
1+ years of technical writing experience required.
Ability to work full-time, 100% on-site in Dahlgren, Virginia.
Active Secret Clearance required.
Desired qualifications:
Department of Defense acquisition experience.
Technical aptitude.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
ACT1 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Company Paid Short-Term Disability
Voluntary Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401K with employer match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Military Leave
Education, Training & Professional Development
Voluntary Accidental Injury/Critical Illness/Hospital Care
Voluntary Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and Identity Protection
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a ACT1 Federal or client site facility.
If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.
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