Technical Writer
Core
Develop, organize, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for an autonomous counter-drone system, translating complex engineering concepts into clear, compliant publications for operators and government customers.
Role type
Senior Technical Writer (Defense/Hardware)
Builds
Operator manuals, user guides, system integration documents, maintenance procedures, safety documentation, and government-facing technical deliverables.
Domain
Defense, Aerospace, Robotics, Embedded Control Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Technical writing for defense/aerospace/hardware, DoD documentation standards (MIL-STD-40051, S1000D), ITAR compliance, technical illustration management, documentation tool proficiency (Adobe FrameMaker, XML editors), system diagram creation
Preferred skills
Experience with autonomous systems, robotics hardware, embedded software documentation
Technologies
Adobe FrameMaker, MS Office Suite, Confluence, XML editors
Responsibilities
Gather and document technical information on autonomous turret platforms including computer vision and control systems; Create and maintain operator manuals, user guides, and maintenance procedures; Develop government-facing technical deliverables compliant with DoD and MIL-SPEC standards; Collaborate with engineers to document hardware assembly and maintenance procedures; Support proposal efforts by producing technical narratives and SOWs; Manage document version control and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
