Technical Writer II (Contingent)

Centurum • Port Hueneme, CA

28d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees