DoD Technical Writer II Mission-Critical Documentation

Agile Defense, LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense is seeking a Technical Writer II to create, edit, and maintain mission-critical DoD documentation and contract deliverables for Redstone Arsenal programs. You will translate complex technical specifications into clear manuals and guides for engineers and non-technical stakeholders.

The role requires collaboration with Systems Engineers, compliance with RMF and DoD standards, and experience with Confluence/Jira; a Secret clearance to start is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing skills and ability to translate complex concepts clearly.
• Experience producing DoD/DoW documentation and CDRLs.
• Familiarity with RMF, DoDAF, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Author, revise, and maintain IT system documentation including SOPs, user manuals, APIs, and architecture guides.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineers and Cybersecurity teams to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with DoD guidelines and RMF documentation standards.
• Perform peer reviews and formatting checks for clarity and professionalism.
• Manage document version control and use DoD-approved repositories (IL5).

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Attention to detail

Ability to grasp complex technicals

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Technical Communications/IT

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Confluence

Jira

Job description

Agile Defense is seeking a Technical Writer II to create, edit, and maintain mission-critical DoD documentation and contract deliverables for Redstone Arsenal programs. You will translate complex technical specifications into clear manuals and guides for engineers and non-technical stakeholders.

The role requires collaboration with Systems Engineers, compliance with RMF and DoD standards, and experience with Confluence/Jira; a Secret clearance to start is required.