Sr. Technical Writer & Graphics Designer

This role owns how complex ideas are explained, visualized, and defended. The Senior Technical Writer, Graphics Designer, and & Visual Communications team member is responsible for producing clear, technically accurate writing and high-impact graphics that make architectures, concepts of operations, and value propositions immediately understandable to decision-makers.This is not a handoff role. You will take raw inputs from engineers and leadership and turn them into complete, evaluator-ready deliverables with words and visuals aligned, polished, and intentional.Core Responsibilities Technical Writing & Content DevelopmentAuthor and edit technical documentation including system architectures, design descriptions, CONOPS, SOPs, whitepapers, and user documentationTranslate complex engineering and data concepts into precise, accessible narratives without diluting technical rigorShape technical storylines so documents read with intent, flow, and defensibilityProposal & Capture EnablementSupport FAR and OTA proposal efforts across technical, management, and innovation volumesDevelop win-theme-aligned narratives and ensure visual elements reinforce evaluator scoring criteriaEnforce structure, clarity, and compliance under time pressureVisual & Graphics DesignDesign clear, professional graphics including:System architecture diagramsData flows and pipelinesCONOPS and operational workflowsInfographics and executive visualsConvert dense text into visual explanations that reduce cognitive loadEnsure consistent visual language, iconography, and formatting across deliverablesBrand & Visual StandardsMaintain and evolve document and visual style guidesEnsure all written and visual outputs align with company brand, credibility, and mission focusRaise the baseline quality of proposals and technical artifacts over timeQuality Control & ReviewPerform red-team reviews on both written and visual contentIdentify gaps, inconsistencies, or claims that are not visually or technically supportedOwn version control and final production readinessCross-Functional CollaborationWork directly with engineers, solution architects, PMs, and executivesProactively extract information through interviews and working sessionsPush back on ambiguity, weak logic, or unnecessary complexityRequired Qualifications 5+ years of experience in technical writing, visual communications, or proposal developmentProven ability to design professional technical graphics—not marketing fluffStrong understanding of technical systems, software architectures, or data platformsDemonstrated experience producing evaluator-ready documents under deadlineAbility to independently own deliverables from concept through final submissionPreferred Qualifications Experience supporting DoD or IC customers and proposal efforts (FAR, OTA, SBIR, BAAs)Familiarity with cloud, cybersecurity, data platforms, or AI/ML systemsExperience with CONOPS and operational-level documentationActive or prior security clearance (or eligibility)Tools & SkillsetAdvanced Microsoft Word and Power Point Graphics and layout tools (Illustrator, InDesign, Figma, Visio, Draw.io, Lucid, or equivalent)Strong diagramming and information design skillsVersion control and collaboration tools (SharePoint, Git Lab, Confluence, etc.)What Success Looks LikeTechnical ideas are understood faster and evaluated more favorablyProposals are visually coherent, technically credible, and easy to scoreEngineers and leaders trust you to “make it make sense”Graphics and writing reinforce each other instead of competingWhy This Role MattersIn national security and complex technical environments, clarity is power. The right words get you shortlisted. The right visuals get you funded. This role ensures neither is left to chance.