Senior Technical Writer

Lockheed Martin

Virginia (MN)

On-site

USD 82,000 - 151,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

PTO flexibility

Incentive programs

Job summary

Lockheed Martin's Rotary Mission Systems Cyber & Intelligence seeks a Technical Writer Journeyman to support Cyberspace Operations and related planning. You will produce manuals, specifications, and procedure documents, translating complex tech into clear language for diverse stakeholders.

Requires TS/SCI with poly and a strong background in technical communications within cyber domains. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to contribute to national security missions.

Qualifications

High School Diploma with 13 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's with 10 years, or a Master's with 8 years.
Experience with Document Control and Cyber Authoring Tools; ability to translate technical data into plain language.
Must possess a current US Security Clearance TS/SCI w/ poly.

Responsibilities

Provide Cyberspace Operations Support Services aligned with core disciplines.
Coordinate and integrate operational planning for full-spectrum cyberspace operations.
Support the Joint warfighter in evolving cyberspace missions.
Write technical documents such as manuals, specifications, and related publications.

Skills

Technical Writing

Cybersecurity Knowledge

Editing

Clear Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical Communications

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Master’s degree in Technical Communications

Tools

Authoring tools

Document Control

DoD/IC documentation standards

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin, Rotary Mission Systems Cyber & Intelligence invites you to step up to one of today’s most daunting challenges: the use of advanced electronics to undermine our way of life. As a cyber security professional at Lockheed Martin, you’ll protect the networks that our citizens and the world depend upon each minute: Financial assets. Healthcare information. Critical infrastructure. Hazardous materials. The uninterrupted flow of energy that keeps modern life moving. Here, you’ll work with cybersecurity experts on the forefront of threat protection and proactive prevention. In this fast-paced, real-world environment, you’ll draw on all your education and experience as well as the resources of Lockheed Martin to keep the threats at bay.

Standard Job Description

THE WORK

The scope of this effort encompasses tasks that provide USCYBERCOM with the sustained ability to fulfill its mission to direct, synchronize, and coordinate cyberspace planning and operations to defend and advance national interests in collaboration with domestic and international partners. These tasks include coordinating, synchronizing, deconflicting, and integrating operational planning efforts for full-spectrum cyberspace operations. The anticipated award of this effort is Fall 2026.

Who You Are

As a Technical Writer Journeyman you will provide Cyberspace Operations Support Services (COSS) aligned with the following core disciplines: Cyberspace Operations, Cyberspace Planning, Cyberspace Training and Exercises, Strategy / Policy / Doctrine Development and Campaign, Assessments, Information Technology (IT) / Communications, Business Area Support and Project Management Engagement Activities.

You will provide the customer with the sustained ability to fulfill its mission to direct, synchronize, and coordinate cyberspace planning and operations to defend and advance national interests in collaboration with domestic and international partners. These tasks include coordinating, synchronizing, deconflicting, and integrating operational planning efforts for full-spectrum cyberspace operations.

You will meet the evolving cyberspace operations mission in support of the Joint warfighter.

WHY JOIN US

Join a global technology leader where your ideas can make a difference and your contributions are valued. Work on exciting projects that challenge you to push boundaries and innovate. Grow your career in an environment that encourages learning, development, and creativity. We support our employees, so they can support our mission.

Writes, in clear and concise language, such technical documents as procedure manuals, service manuals, and related technical publications concerned with installation, operation, and maintenance of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and other equipment. Includes writing such technical documentation as operational specifications, bulletins, articles, and marketing publications. Acquires or verifies knowledge of subject by interviewing workers engaged in developing new products and services or in making improvements, observing performance of experiments and methods of production, referring to blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings and notes, trade and engineering journals, rewrites of articles, bulletins, manuals, or similar publications.

Basic Qualifications

High School Diploma w/13 years of relevant experience is required OR Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communications, Communications, English, Journalism, or related discipline from an accredited college or university w/10 years of relevant experience is required OR Master’s degree in Technical Communications, Communications, English, Journalism, or related discipline from an accredited college or university w/8 years of relevant experience is required.
Experience utilizing Document Control, Interpreting and Translating Technical Information into plain language prose, utilizing Cyber Authoring Tools, extracting, validating, and citing technical data, and applying relevant documentation standards.
Must possess a current US Security Clearance TS/SCI w/ poly

Desired Skills

Excellent written communication, editing, spelling, and proofreading skills.
Ability to distill complex technical concepts into user-friendly language.
Familiarity with cyber-related terminology and concepts.
Proficiency with authoring and publishing tools
Knowledge of DoD/IC documentation standards and best practices.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $81500.00 - $151300.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)
401(k) match
Paid time off
Holidays
Parental Leave
EAP
Flexible Spending Accounts
Education Assistance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability.
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.