Technical Writer

InvestedintheMission; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

InvestedintheMission in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Technical Writer/Editor to develop clear, accurate, and compliant documentation for DoD programs. You will translate complex technical information into test plans, manuals, assessment reports, and other customer documentation, working with engineers, cybersecurity, and operations.

You will gather inputs, manage reviews, maintain version control, and ensure on-schedule delivery while upholding security and quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, edit, and format customer deliverables.
• Format deliverables in accordance with DoD Data Item Descriptions (DIDs) and program standards.
• Lead and coordinate Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables, including content development, editing, organization, and submission preparation.
• Gather technical input from engineers, analysts, cybersecurity personnel, and operations teams.
• Coordinate document reviews, approvals, revisions, and final delivery while tracking deadlines.
• Lead meetings and follow up with stakeholders to maintain schedule and resolve issues.
• Create and maintain document templates for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ensure documentation complies with programmatic, security, configuration management, and quality requirements.
• Maintain version control, revision histories, and document status across multiple projects.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Documentation

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

AV's Directed Energy division is seeking a Technical Writer/Editor to develop clear, accurate, and compliant documentation for technical and non-technical audiences. This role translates complex technical information into well-structured deliverables, including test plans, technical manuals, assessment reports, and other customer documentation.

The successful candidate will work independently and collaboratively with engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and program teams to gather information, manage reviews, and deliver high-quality documentation on schedule. Strong attention to detail, sound editorial judgment, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects are essential.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop, write, edit, and format customer deliverables, including:
• Technical Data Packages (TDPs)
• System Test Reports
• Network Administrator's Manuals
• Site Deployment Readiness Reviews
• Detailed Test Plans
• Test and Acceptance Procedures
• Cybersecurity Assessment Test Reports
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Implementation guides, customer updates, and end-user documentation
• Lead and coordinate Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables, including content development, technical editing, document organization, and final submission preparation.
• Format deliverables in accordance with applicable Department of Defense (DoD) Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), contract requirements, and program standards.
• Gather and integrate technical input from engineers, analysts, cybersecurity personnel, and operational teams.
• Coordinate document reviews, approvals, revisions, and final delivery while tracking progress against deadlines.
• Lead meetings and follow up with stakeholders to maintain schedule and resolve documentation issues.
• Create and maintain document templates for Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ensure documentation complies with programmatic, security, configuration management, and quality requirements.
• Maintain version control, revision histories, and document status across multiple