Senior Technical Writer
Listed on 2026-02-21
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IT/Tech
Technical Writer
Duties and Responsibilities
The candidate will be responsible for creating and maintaining several types of technical documentation in Extensible Markup Language (XML) format, to include Electronic Technical Manuals (ETM), User’s Logistics Support Summaries (ULSS), Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals, Life Cycle Support Plans (LCSP) and other Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) technical documentation. The candidate will be required to develop documents using various XML Document Type Definitions (DTD)/schemas, coordinate and participate in In Process Reviews (IPR), and perform Quality Assurance (QA) reviews of documentation.
This individual will need to interface with senior personnel within a NIWC Atlantic Integrated Product Team. Travel is not anticipated.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a relevant technical field, to include: writing technical documentation, procedures, and guidelines for Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition programs.
- Experience developing technical documentation in XML.
- Must currently possess a DoD SECRET Security Clearance.
- Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, or Technical Writing (or equivalent experience).
- Familiar with HTML, CSS, and System and Operational View graphics.
- Knowledge of how to properly validate and verify equipment and software applications against documentation.
- Proficient in data research.
- Knowledge of proper grammar and English writing guidelines, Mad Cap Flare Exp., QA experience.
- Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.
This is an on-site position in Charleston, SC, or Patuxent River, MD. Occasional telework may be authorized for pertinent situations, but this is not a remote position.
EducationBachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, or Technical Writing.
Travel Required:
None
This position is required to have and maintain a Secret US DoD security clearance.
EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran
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