Senior Technical Writer for DoD Documentation & MIL-STD

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions seeks a technical writer to support the SRE program at our site near Crane, Indiana. You will translate complex technical data into clear, compliant documentation working with SMEs, engineers, and program managers.

Requires US citizenship, DoW Secret clearance (or ability to obtain), and 5–10 years in technical or proposal writing; familiarity with MIL-STD standards. Travel up to 10% for reviews and support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, technical writing, or a related discipline.
• Equivalent experience considered.
• 5-10 years of experience in technical writing or proposal writing.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD documentation standards and DoW technical publication practices.

Responsibilities

• Document development and maintenance.
• Collaborate with SMEs to translate technical information into user-friendly content.
• Support document coordination including scheduling, feedback tracking, and version control.
• Travel up to 10% to support Crane NSWC and program reviews.

Skills

Strong written and verbal effort

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Strong interpersonal skills

US citizenship

DoW Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, technical writing, or related

Preferred: engineering degree + English/journalism/technical writing or certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions seeks a technical writer to support the SRE program at our site near Crane, Indiana. You will translate complex technical data into clear, compliant documentation working with SMEs, engineers, and program managers.

Requires US citizenship, DoW Secret clearance (or ability to obtain), and 5–10 years in technical or proposal writing; familiarity with MIL-STD standards. Travel up to 10% for reviews and support.