Senior Technical Writer, Military Systems & Documentation

Anduril; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Highly competitive equity grants

Job summary

Anduril is looking for a Senior Technical Writer in Costa Mesa, California, to lead the creation of user-centric documentation for its defense technology products. With a focus on delivering accurate and easy-to-understand materials, the role requires 7+ years of experience in technical writing, particularly in a military context. Candidates must demonstrate strong project management skills and technical expertise in XML-based documentation. Competitive salary range is $146,000 – $194,000 annually, complemented by top-tier benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience generating XML-based technical documentation.
• Must thrive with autonomy, manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Passion for excellent documentation and user experience.

Responsibilities

• Generate, review, and edit user-focused documentation.
• Research Anduril products and scope Tech Data deliverables.
• Build a culture of technical documentation through training and process creation.

Skills

XML-based technical documentation

Communication skills

Project management

Technical writing

Tools

Raytheon Eagle

Siemens Rapid Author

Job description

Anduril is looking for a Senior Technical Writer in Costa Mesa, California, to lead the creation of user-centric documentation for its defense technology products. With a focus on delivering accurate and easy-to-understand materials, the role requires 7+ years of experience in technical writing, particularly in a military context. Candidates must demonstrate strong project management skills and technical expertise in XML-based documentation. Competitive salary range is $146,000 – $194,000 annually, complemented by top-tier benefits.