Technical Writer (R5661)
Core
Producing precise technical documentation for next-generation autonomous aircraft systems (V-BAT) to support integration, flight testing, and operational lifecycles.
Role type
Senior Technical Writer (Aerospace/Defense)
Builds
Service bulletins, operator manuals, maintenance procedures, system descriptions, and mission support materials for autonomous aircraft.
Domain
Defense technology / Autonomous Aerial Systems / Aerospace
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Technical writing, editing, structured documentation practices, lifecycle documentation management, system architecture interpretation, cross-functional collaboration, visual creation (diagrams/workflows), gap analysis, version control.
Preferred skills
UAV/autonomy/avionics documentation, DoD technical manual standards (MIL-STD, S1000D), XML-based authoring tools, flight test documentation, defense industry experience, AI-assisted documentation tools.
Technologies
Microsoft Office, Adobe FrameMaker, XML-based authoring tools
Responsibilities
Partner with engineers to develop high-fidelity documentation for advanced aircraft systems; manage documentation across development, flight test, and operational phases; translate complex engineering concepts into clear guidance for operators and maintainers; review and edit technical content for accuracy and adherence to standards; research and interpret engineering artifacts; aggregate inputs from cross-functional teams; create and manage supporting visuals; identify and resolve technical information gaps; maintain documentation standards and templates; support rapid updates based on flight test results and system changes.
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC
