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Maritime XL - Lead Technical Writer

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)Full-time$146k2026-07-14 → 2026-11-12
On-site · United StatesSecurity clearance required

Core

Lead Technical Writer creating and maintaining user documentation for Anduril's Maritime products and operations, ensuring front-line operators can effectively use defense systems.

Role type

Lead Technical Writer (Maritime/Defense)

Builds

Technical manuals, operational manuals, maintenance manuals, procedures, checklists, templates, user guides, troubleshooting guides, and release notes for Anduril's maritime systems.

Domain

Defense technology / Maritime systems

Required skills

XML-based technical documentation, S1000d XML formatting, Rapid Author, Xmetal, engineering documentation interpretation, project management, stakeholder engagement, contract deliverable management

Preferred skills

Military technical documentation experience, Naval product documentation, Agile UI documentation

Technologies

S1000d, Rapid Author, Xmetal

Responsibilities

Generate, review, and edit user-focused documentation; research products and scope deliverables for DOD customers; evaluate and prioritize documentation tasks; manage stakeholder expectations and risks; build a culture of technical documentation through process and training

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities