Senior Technical Writer

Description

Leidos Defense Systems is seeking Senior Technical Writer to join a diverse team of professionals to execute on critical programs supporting our Nation. We have offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, providing responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific, IT solutions, and manufacturing solutions.

• In this role you will be instrumental in developing/updating technical documentations in eXtensible Markup Language (XML) using Arbortext Editor authoring software. Tag XML documents for the IADS IETM viewer.
• Maintaining knowledge and proficiency with the latest logistics standards to include MIL-HDBK-1222, MIL-PRF-63002, and MIL-STD-40051.
• Ensuring compliance with appropriate standards and/or specifications.
• Ensuring written files and information are kept up to date and stored in accordance with procedures.
• Reporting progress of all assigned tasks to the project lead.
• Converting legacy materials to deliver a highly intelligent and extensible Interactive Electronic Technical Manual.

Bachelor in English, Communications, or related disciplines from an accredited college / university.

Minimum of 12 years' experience in technical writing.

Master in English, Communications, or related disciplines from an accredited college/university and a minimum of 10 years' experience in technical writing.

Plus, a minimum of 5 years of XML tagging and Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) development.

Must have experience working with IETM and XML using Arbortext Editor authoring software.

Must be a resident of Huntsville, Alabama or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville, Alabama area.

Must be a US Citizen, possess and be able to maintain a Final Secret Clearance.

• Experience developing US Army or other DoD technical publications, including Repair Parts and Special Tools List (RPSTL), Depot Maintenance Work Requirements (DMWR), Modification Work Orders (MWO) and Electronic Technical Manuals (Operator and Maintenance).
• Experience with modifications or maintenance, including performing maintenance or installations on a variety of military equipment including aircraft, special equipment, and ground vehicles.
• Proficient in developing and maintaining technical documents using Microsoft Office 365 suite, Adobe PDF, Ultra Edit, Arbortext, and Notepad++.
• Proficient user of Microsoft's Office 365 suite of software and applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Microsoft's SharePoint.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of graphics formats and their strengths and weaknesses.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• XML Developer Certification a plus.

Pay Range $ - $

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit

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