Aerospace Technical Writer — Clear, Engineering Documentation

Kratos Space Training & Cyber; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense in Orlando, FL is seeking a Technical Writer to develop clear, user-friendly documentation for aerospace and defense products. You will translate complex technical concepts for non-technical users and work with engineers, software developers, and support teams to verify information.

Responsibilities include creating manuals, installation guides, and support docs, following style guidelines, and managing content in CMS/version control systems while incorporating feedback to improve

Qualifications

• Experience generating technical documentation (charts, graphs, technical reviews)
• Proficiency with MS Office and image annotation tools
• Ability to collaborate with engineers, software developers, and support teams
• Familiarity with document management and revision control systems
• Understanding of technical drawings and BOMs

Responsibilities

• Write and edit manuals, white papers, installation guides, and support docs
• Translate complex tech concepts for non-technical users
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and verify information
• Participate in design reviews to understand new products and changes
• Ensure documentation adheres to style guides and standards
• Manage docs in CMS or version control systems (Autodesk Vault, Confluence, SharePoint)
• Collect stakeholder feedback to improve content quality
• Update documents based on user feedback and evolving design
• Proofread and review others’ work for accuracy
• Record meeting minutes for technical reviews and submittals

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Editing

Team collaboration

Photoshop-like software

Technical documentation

Attention to detail

Meeting minutes

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Autodesk Vault

Confluence

SharePoint

Documentation tools

Job description

Kratos Defense in Orlando, FL is seeking a Technical Writer to develop clear, user-friendly documentation for aerospace and defense products. You will translate complex technical concepts for non-technical users and work with engineers, software developers, and support teams to verify information.

Responsibilities include creating manuals, installation guides, and support docs, following style guidelines, and managing content in CMS/version control systems while incorporating feedback to improve