About the Role
The role involves producing detailed technical content for defense-related hardware and system integrations. Writers will work directly with engineering teams to document design, operation, and maintenance procedures with precision and clarity.
Responsibilities
- Develop system and hardware documentation including user manuals, installation guides, and technical specifications
- Collaborate with engineering teams to understand product functionality and design intent
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, structured written content
- Maintain version control and document lifecycle management
- Ensure compliance with defense and regulatory documentation standards
- Produce diagrams, schematics, and visual aids to support technical explanations
- Revise and update documentation based on product changes and feedback
- Follow structured authoring practices and documentation frameworks
- Work within secure development environments with controlled access
- Support certification and audit processes with accurate recordkeeping
- Coordinate with subject matter experts across disciplines
- Adhere to classification and data handling protocols
- Write interface control documents and integration guides
- Develop training materials for internal and external users
- Participate in design reviews and technical planning sessions
- Ensure consistency across documentation sets and product lines
- Use authoring tools such as Markdown, XML, or LaTeX
- Integrate documentation into product development workflows
- Support rapid prototyping cycles with agile documentation methods
- Maintain glossaries and terminology databases
Nice to Have
- Experience documenting military or defense systems
- Familiarity with DOORS or similar requirements tools
- Knowledge of model-based systems engineering (MBSE)
- Security clearance at Secret level or higher
- Experience with automated documentation pipelines
- Proficiency in 3D modeling or CAD viewers
- Background in electronics or mechanical systems
- Experience with red team or test documentation
- Understanding of safety-critical system design
- Prior work in fast-paced R&D environments
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with on-site requirements
Team
Collaborative engineering and defense systems environment
Security Requirements
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Role involves handling classified information and compliance with federal export control regulations including ITAR.
Work Environment
On-site presence required for access to secure systems and hardware. Facilities include labs and engineering spaces with controlled access protocols.
Available for qualified candidates
