Senior Technical Writer

Technical-Systems-Integration; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance (

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Paid time off and federal holidays

Life insurance and disability coverage

Professional development support andtu

Job summary

Technical Systems Integration, Inc. (TSI) is seeking a Senior Technical Writer to lead S1000D IETM development for US Navy programs at NSWC PCD in Panama City, FL. You will guide XML coding, publishing, and MBPS data management while mentoring junior writers.

The role requires a BS in a related field, 7+ years in XML/IETM work, and a current SECRET clearance (or ability to obtain). On-site position with strong collaboration across engineers, IPTs, and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of XML coding for IETM development in a senior/lead role.
• Recent experience with content management software for S1000D IETMs.
• 2+ years in technical publications specs: tagging, DMRL, illustration numbering.
• Experience with MBPS or similar configuration/logistics data system.
• Current SECRET clearance or ability to obtain; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead XML coding and IETM development and publishing in a senior capacity.
• Create, publish, and maintain S1000D IETMs using content management software.
• Manage publications specs, DMRL development, illustration numbering.
• Handle MBPS data and NAVSEA/NAVAIR/DoD directives compliance.
• Collaborate with engineers, developers and IPTs; mentor junior staff.
• Support working groups and report IETM status.

Skills

XML coding

Technical leadership

Mentorship

Interfacing with engineers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication/English/Journalism/Engineering/CS

Tools

Arbortext Editor/Publishing Engine

CMPro

Job description

Description

Technical Systems Integration, Inc. (TSI) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Williamsburg, Virginia, delivering professional, technical, and management support to the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and DoD customers across the acquisition and sustainment lifecycle.

About the Role

TSI is seeking a Senior Technical Writer to serve in a senior, leading capacity supporting Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) development for US Navy programs at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD). This role leads S1000D-compliant technical manual authoring and publishing, technical publications specifications work, and configuration, alteration, and logistics data management within the Model-Based Product Support (MBPS) database. This is an on-site position at NSWC PCD, Panama City, FL.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead XML coding and electronic Technical Manual development and publishing in a senior or supervisory capacity.
• Create, publish, and maintain S1000D-compliant Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) using current content management software.
• Manage technical publications specifications, including tagging, data module requirements list (DMRL) development, and illustration control numbering.
• Manage configuration, alteration, and logistics data within the Model-Based Product Support (MBPS) database, ensuring compliance with NAVSEA, NAVAIR, and DoD Technical Specifications and associated directives.
• Interface with engineers, developers, and system integrators; participate in technical reviews and Integrated Product Team (IPT) sessions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior technical writing staff.
• Support documentation working group meetings and report status on IETM development.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Journalism, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Seven (7) years or more of experience in XML coding requirements for electronic Technical Manual development and publishing, in a senior, leading, or supervisory role.
• Recent experience (within the last 4 years) with the content management software used in creating and publishing S1000D Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs).
• Two (2) years or more of experience with technical publications specifications, including tagging, data module requirements list development, illustration control numbering, and managing configuration, alteration, and logistics data.
• Experience working within the Model-Based Product Support (MBPS) database, or an equivalent Service-level configuration and logistics data system, ensuring compliance with NAVSEA, NAVAIR, or DoD equivalent Technical Specifications and associated directives.
• Current SECRET security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one. U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting NAVSEA or NAVAIR programs (or DoD equivalent programs) in a senior technical writing capacity.
• Proficiency with Arbortext Editor/Publishing Engine, CMPro, or an equivalent content management system.
• Familiarity with NAVSEA Systems Acquisition Manual (NSAM) requirements.
• S1000D Practitioner or Specialist certification.
• Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC).
• Experience with mine warfare, unmanned maritime systems, or other littoral-mission documentation.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: $100,000 - $105,000 yearly

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, ninety percent company-paid.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and federal holidays.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Professional development support and tuition assistance.

Technical Systems Integration, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.