Job Description

The Technical Writer II is responsible for writing, editing, and managing technical documentation for U.S. Navy systems. This includes the creation and maintenance of Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), operator and maintenance manuals, and other logistics documentation in support of Navy combat systems.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain technical documentation including:
  • Operator and maintenance manuals
  • IETMs
  • Technical bulletins
  • Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Review and edit program documents for technical accuracy and compliance with Navy documentation standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, logisticians, and subject matter experts to gather and verify technical content.
• Ensure documentation aligns with applicable style guides and formatting requirements (e.g., MIL-STD-38784, S1000D).
• Use authoring tools (e.g. Adobe FrameMaker, XML editors, Microsoft Office Suite)
• Participate in technical reviews and quality assurance processes.
• Support configuration management and document control processes.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a defense or government contracting environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical authoring tools
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Navy Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)
• Familiarity with Navy Combat Systems and associated documentation
• Knowledge of S1000D and IETM development
• Experience working in a DoD or Navy acquisition environment

Compensation
$66,560 - $89,440 per year

• Compensation for positions at Centurum varies depending on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, location, responsibilities, skill set, and level of experience.

EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran

LCAT: Technical Writer II
***When responding to this posting please reference job #SD25-102, Technical Writer II ***

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits enrollment from their date of hire:

• Health Insurance - Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost-sharing basis.
• Dental Insurance - Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent.
• Basic Life Insurance - Company provided benefit for all full-time employees.
• Supplemental Life Insurance - Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates.
• Dependant Life Insurance - Optional coverage for dependents at a group rate.
• Long Term Disability Insurance - Optional coverage available to employees at group rates.
• Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave accrual is determined by length of service.
• Holidays - The company observes ten paid holidays each year.
• Retirement 401(k) Plan - Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi-weekly match and a year-end profit sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan.

Centurum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by U.S. law. Centurum makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office,

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