Technical Writer - Level 2

Lockheed Martin•Fort Worth, TX

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Level 2 JTD Technical Writer is responsible for creating, editing, and maintaining high-quality technical documentation that supports joint programs and initiatives across multiple stakeholders (e.g., internal engineering teams, government partners, and prime contractors). This role builds on foundational writing skills and adds a focus on cross-functional coordination, compliance with defense documentation standards, and the ability to translate complex engineering concepts into clear, user-friendly content. Author and update system specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), user manuals, maintenance procedures, and test reports for joint programs. Work closely with engineers, program managers, quality assurance, and external partners to gather technical data, resolve ambiguities, and ensure documentation reflects the latest design baselines. Apply applicable standards (e.g., DoD SDLC, MIL-STD-498, DODAF, JAD, and corporate style guides) and ensure all deliverables meet security classification and export-control requirements. Coordinate peer-review cycles, incorporate feedback from subject-matter experts, and verify technical accuracy through bench-level or simulation data where applicable.

Requirements

2–4 years of professional technical writing experience in aerospace, defense, or a similarly regulated industry; direct exposure to joint or multi‑agency programs preferred.
Familiarity with systems engineering concepts, system architecture, and/or basic hardware/software terminology; ability to read schematics, block diagrams, and/or software code excerpts.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret (or higher) clearance as required by the program.
Must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Class 1/2/3 documentation for joint military programs.
Knowledge of Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., SysML, Cameo).
Prior experience preparing documentation for certification/qualification testing (e.g., MIL‑TEST).
Familiarity with data labeling, classification markings, and handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Working knowledge of MIL‑STD‑498, DoD SDLC documentation standards, and any relevant agency (NASA, FAA) guidelines.
MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Adobe FrameMaker, MadCap Flare, or similar authoring tools; basic knowledge of PLM/CM tools (e.g., DOORS, Jazz, Confluence).

Responsibilities

Author and update system specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), user manuals, maintenance procedures, and test reports for joint programs.
Work closely with engineers, program managers, quality assurance, and external partners to gather technical data, resolve ambiguities, and ensure documentation reflects the latest design baselines.
Apply applicable standards (e.g., DoD SDLC, MIL-STD-498, DODAF, JAD, and corporate style guides) and ensure all deliverables meet security classification and export-control requirements.
Coordinate peer-review cycles, incorporate feedback from subject-matter experts, and verify technical accuracy through bench-level or simulation data where applicable.