Technical Writer II/III

Textron•Hunt Valley, MD

10d•$71,400 - $130,000

About The Position

Technical Writers in Textron Systems’ Electronic Systems Domain develop technical manuals that support the safe and efficient installation, operation, and maintenance of complex equipment. The role creates accurate, compliant, user-focused documentation for a variety of Electronic Systems products. Level II writers work under the guidance of senior writers and engineering staff; experience level is determined by the hiring team, with Level II and Level III experience recommendations and pay ranges provided. The writer analyzes engineering and logistics data, develops technical manual content and illustrations, and helps ensure publications meet program standards and industry requirements. The role also supports publication planning, reviews, validation events, and customer-facing documentation reviews, and provides mentoring and direction to other writers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field preferred, or 4–6 years of equivalent work experience.
Typically 2–5 years of technical writing experience, preferably in a technical, engineering, or defense environment.
Demonstrated experience developing installation, operation, and maintenance procedures.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and system documentation.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and take ownership of publication deliverables.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Program Management, LPD, Training, and Specialty Engineering.
Ability to present publication status, issues, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and external customers.
Ability to adapt to changing technical requirements and shifting program priorities.
Active Secret Security Clearance preferred; ability to obtain the required clearance.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with XML-based authoring tools such as WebX UltraAuthor, Arbortext, or EAGLE.
Experience developing S1000D or MIL-STD-40051 technical publications.
Familiarity with LPD and Provisioning data.
Military, field service, or hands-on system maintenance experience.
Background supporting Unmanned Systems, Weapon Systems, or advanced Electronic Systems.

Responsibilities

Analyze engineering drawings, specifications, test data, and system documentation to identify content required for technical manuals.
Coordinate with the Logistics Product Data (LPD) team to interpret task analysis outputs and ensure procedures are complete, accurate, and aligned with system design intent.
Request clarification from engineering and serve as a documentation subject-matter resource for the project team.
Create technical content covering theory of operation, troubleshooting, operator tasks, and corrective and preventive maintenance instructions.
Develop publications in MS Word and XML using tools such as WebX UltraAuthor, Arbortext, or the EAGLE Publishing System.
Generate and refine illustrations using NX CAD and Corel, maintaining accuracy and consistency with engineering configuration.
Ensure content aligns with program standards, specifications, and industry requirements.
Review technical manuals for accuracy, clarity, specification compliance, and publication readiness.
Work with the Lead Writer and Program Management to establish publication schedules and meet milestones.
Participate in and sometimes lead Integrated Product Team discussions about documentation scope, configuration, and technical updates.
Lead in-process reviews, validation events, and customer-facing technical manual reviews.
Execute validation procedures, analyze discrepancies, and incorporate corrections.
Mentor and provide direction to Level I and Level II writers to support consistent documentation quality.