Lead Technical Writer, Maritime & Undersea Systems
Core
Lead Technical Writer creating XML-based technical documentation (S1000D) for maritime and undersea defense systems to support U.S. military operators.
Role type
Senior IC technical writer (defense/maritime)
Builds
Technical manuals, operational procedures, maintenance guides, and data modules for DoD maritime hardware.
Domain
Defense technology / Maritime systems / XML technical documentation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
XML-based technical documentation, S1000D XML, engineering documentation interpretation (schematics/CAD), structured content tools (XMetal/Arbortext), project management, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Navy/Maritime program experience, MIL-STD-40051 standards, Agile software UI documentation
Technologies
S1000D XML, RapidAuthor, XMetal, Arbortext
Responsibilities
Generate and edit user-focused technical documentation; research products and scope deliverables for DoD Programs of Record; evaluate and prioritize documentation tasks; communicate risks and manage expectations; build documentation culture and training processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC