Security & Cryptography Technical Writer for Classified Programs

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks paid vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, California, is seeking a Technical Writer for the Starshield project. The role involves compiling and updating technical specifications for security systems. Ideal candidates should have technical writing experience and be able to learn complex concepts swiftly.

Responsibilities include creating technical documents and ensuring timely delivery to evaluators. Candidates need a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, along with the ability to obtain security clearance. Excellent communication skills are essential, and various benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as a technical writer in lieu of a degree.
• 1+ year of technical writing experience.
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain technical and requirements documents.
• Collaborate with software engineers to produce documents.
• Oversee timely delivery to external evaluators.

Skills

Technical writing

Version control systems

Project management

Excellent written English

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

LaTeX

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, California, is seeking a Technical Writer for the Starshield project. The role involves compiling and updating technical specifications for security systems. Ideal candidates should have technical writing experience and be able to learn complex concepts swiftly.

Responsibilities include creating technical documents and ensuring timely delivery to evaluators. Candidates need a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, along with the ability to obtain security clearance. Excellent communication skills are essential, and various benefits are offered.