Technical Writer

Voyager Technologies; Penrose; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical coverage

Gym membership

401(k) matching

Wellness programs

Job summary

Voyager Energetics seeks a Technical Writer to create, maintain, and control regulatory, operational, and safety-critical documentation for energetic manufacturing operations. You will report to the Quality Manager within the Quality Department in Penrose, Colorado, onsite.

You will develop SOPs, JHAs, PHAs, MSDS, and product specifications, while ensuring compliance and alignment with R&D, production, and QA teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in technical writing, English, journalism, chemistry, engineering, or related field; or 4+ years of regulated writing in manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years of technical writing in regulated manufacturing, defense, chemical, or similar environment.
• Experience writing SOPs, work instructions, or regulatory documentation in a compliance-driven setting.
• Excellent written English; clear, concise technical prose.
• Proficiency with MS Office and document management systems; basic tooling knowledge.
• Working knowledge of document control principles and revision history management.
• U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident; able to pass federal background checks for ATF/DoD requirements.

Responsibilities

• Author, revise, and maintain SOPs, work instructions, batch records, traveler documents, and process control docs.
• Develop and update hazard analyses (JHA, PHA) and Explosive Safety Site Plans with safety personnel.
• Produce MSDS, Technical Data Packages, and product specifications.
• Support QMS through documenting procedures, NCRs, CAPA records, and audit findings.
• Collaborate with R&D, Production, Quality, and QA to reflect validated processes in standardized formats.
• Assist in creation and formatting of First Article Inspection Reports and related quality records.
• Develop and revise training materials on explosive safety, handling procedures, PPE, and regulatory topics.

Skills

Technical writing

English proficiency

Document control

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Journalism, Chemistry, Engineering or related field

Associate's degree with 4+ years relevant writing experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Visio

Document management systems

Job description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The Technical Writer for Voyager Energetics is responsible for creating, maintaining, and controlling a comprehensive library of regulatory, operational, and safety-critical documentation in support of energetics manufacturing operations.

The position reports to the Quality Manager and is part of the Quality Department based in Penrose, Colorado This role is onsite at Penrose, Colorado.

In This Role, The Essential Functions Are

Documentation Development & Control

• Author, revise, and maintain SOPs, work instructions, batch records, traveler documents, and process control documents for all energetic and non-energetic manufacturing operations.
• Develop and update hazard analysis documents including Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), and Explosive Safety Site Plans (ESSPs) in coordination with safety personnel.
• Produce and revise Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), Technical Data Packages (TDPs), and product specifications as required by customer or regulatory demand.

Quality System Support

• Support the Quality Management System (QMS) by documenting quality procedures, nonconformance reports (NCRs), Corrective Action / Preventive Action (CAPA) records, and internal audit findings.
• Collaborate with R&D Engineers, Production Engineers, Quality Engineers, and QA Inspectors to ensure documentation accurately reflects current validated processes in a standardized format.
• Assist with creation and formatting of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and associated quality records.

Training Material Development

• Develop and revise employee training materials, visual aids, and competency assessments covering explosive safety, handling procedures, PPE requirements, and regulatory compliance topics in a standardized format.
• Coordinate with supervisors and subject matter experts to ensure training content accurately reflects current SOPs and regulatory requirements; maintain training records in coordination with HR and the Safety department.

Collaboration & Communication

• Interface regularly with engineers, chemists, safety officers, quality personnel, and production supervisors to gather technical information and verify document accuracy.
• Participate in document review cycles, incorporating feedback from cross-functional subject matter experts while maintaining document integrity and clarity.
• Communicate document status, revision schedules, and compliance deadlines to department managers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Journalism, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field; OR Associate's degree with a minimum of 4 years of directly relevant technical writing experience in a regulated manufacturing environment in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience in technical writing within a manufacturing, defense, chemical, or similarly regulated industrial environment
• Demonstrated experience writing SOPs, work instructions, or regulatory documentation in a compliance-driven setting
• Exceptional written English communication skills; ability to produce clear, concise, and unambiguous technical prose
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and document management or controlled document software systems
• Working knowledge of document control principles and revision history management
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident; must be able to pass a federal background investigation consistent with ATF and applicable DoD requirements (18 U.S.C. 842)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior exposure to explosives, pyrotechnics, propellants, ammunition, or defense manufacturing
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including ATF 27 CFR Part 555, DoD Explosives Safety standards (DoD 6055.09-M), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 (PSM), and GHS/HazCom requirements

The good faith base salary range for this role is $35.00 – $41.00 per hour at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C.

• 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

Colorado pay range

$35—$41 USD