Senior Technical Publications Writer

Intuitive Research and Technology Corporation • Huntsville, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

INTUITIVE® is a nationally recognized Best Place to Work that provides solutions from design through production to sustainment by delivering targeted results. Our approach couples the latest technology with engineering expertise and analytical proficiency while remaining true to genuine customer relationships and a culture that fosters growth and opportunity. Our diverse portfolio of capabilities and extensive customer base allows our employees countless opportunities to pursue their passions and support our nation’s Warfighters. Join our team that encourages creativity, welcomes initiative, and seeks excellence. Start Building Your Future today! We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Publications Writer to support government customers in a fast-paced environment as part of a multifunctional design and engineering team. The ideal candidate will have strong time management skills, the ability to multitask, and a proactive approach to balancing program priorities and project deadlines. This position requires exceptional written communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with customers and teammates. In this role, the selected candidate will develop a broad range of technical documentation, including operator and maintenance manuals, work packages, Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), Modification Work Orders (MWOs), Commercial Off‑the‑Shelf (COTS) manuals, repair parts lists, and training materials. The Technical Writer will ensure that all documentation complies with applicable military standards such as MIL‑STD‑40051‑1/2, MIL‑STD‑38784, MIL‑PRF‑63002, and MIL‑HDBK‑1222. This position requires close collaboration with engineers, subject matter experts, and logistics personnel supporting Department of Defense weapon systems. You will also participate in technical and logistics working groups, represent the team during internal and customer meetings, and support on‑site customer validation and verification activities. This is an on-site position.

Requirements

• BS or BA degree
• Minimum of 5 years technical writing experience with a focus on DoD and military applications
• Working knowledge of structured Extensible Markup Language (XML) authoring tools such as PTC Arbortext or equivalent
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Availability for up to 25% travel
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with CAD software such as SolidWorks, PTC Creo, or equivalent
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Experience using illustration software such as Canvas X Pro, Adobe Illustrator, or equivalent to create technical illustrations
• Understanding of DoD provisioning and logistics processes and documentation

Responsibilities

• Develop a broad range of technical documentation, including operator and maintenance manuals, work packages, Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), Modification Work Orders (MWOs), Commercial Off‑the‑Shelf (COTS) manuals, repair parts lists, and training materials.
• Ensure that all documentation complies with applicable military standards such as MIL‑STD‑40051‑1/2, MIL‑STD‑38784, MIL‑PRF‑63002, and MIL‑HDBK‑1222.
• Collaborate with engineers, subject matter experts, and logistics personnel supporting Department of Defense weapon systems.
• Participate in technical and logistics working groups
• Represent the team during internal and customer meetings
• Support on‑site customer validation and verification activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level