Technical Writer

DEL REY SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY, INC.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Traditional 401k and ROTH Retirement

Medical, Dental, Vision

FSA, EAP

Job summary

DEL REY Systems & Technology, Inc. is seeking a Training Developer & Technical Writer to translate complex maritime concepts into clear training materials and documentation. You will collaborate with stakeholders, edit content, and develop operational guidance for maritime operations.

Salary ranges from $75k to $85k, influenced by degree and experience. Responsibilities include interviewing maritime personnel and SMEs, producing manuals and policy documents, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Collaborate with technical customers to document complex concepts clearly.
• Edit and proofread for accuracy and readability.
• Provide analysis and recommendations for communications.
• Develop written products from information provided by stakeholders.
• Minimum 100 curriculum development hours desired.
• Master Training Specialist certification desired.
• Top Secret clearance (or higher) required to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews and technical briefings with maritime personnel, engineers, and SMEs to collect accurate information.
• Produce and maintain manuals, technical documents, training guides, and policy documents aligned with maritime standards and regulatory requirements.
• Edit and refine technical content to meet style guides and readability standards.
• Evaluate existing communications and recommend improvements for clarity and effectiveness.
• Develop and update training materials and documentation to support operational readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure technical accuracy and completeness of all deliverables.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Documentation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

AIM II

CPM LOM

LEAD

CDS Salefsforce

Job description

Job Description

DEL REY is seeking a passionate Training Developer & Technical Writer possesses strong expertise in translating complex technical maritime concepts into clear, concise documentation and training materials. This role requires collaboration with stakeholders, meticulous editing, and the development of instructional and operational guidance for maritime operations. This position offers a salary in the range of $75-85k based on numerous factors, including degree and overall experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct interviews and technical briefings with maritime personnel, engineers, and subject matter experts to collect accurate information.


• Produce and maintain manuals, technical documents, training guides, and policy documents that align with maritime standards and regulatory requirements.


• Edit and refine technical content, ensuring compliance with organizational style guides and readability standards.


• Evaluate existing communications and recommend improvements for clarity, consistency, and effectiveness.


• Develop and update training materials and documentation to support operational readiness and regulatory compliance.


• Ensure technical accuracy and completeness of all deliverables.

Requirements

• Experience with one of the following LMS tools or similar: AIM II, CPM LOM, LEAD, CDS Salefsforce.


• Three years of experience in: a) Collaborating with technical customer to understand and accurately document complex technical concepts; b) Editing and proofreading existing documentation for accuracy and readability; c) Providing analysis and recommendations for communications; d) Developing written products (e.g. informational materials, operating procedures, and policy) based on information provided by stakeholders.


• If a proposed individual does not meet both the desired education and experience qualifications, seven years of experience related to technical writing would be considered equivalent. Three of these seven years should demonstrate experience in “a” through “d”.


• A minimum of 100 hours of curriculum development experience is desired.


• A Master Training Specialist certification or equivalent is desired.


• A minimum Top Secret security clearance or higher is required to be considered for this position.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, business, or technical discipline.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

DEL REY Systems & Technology, Inc. (DEL REY) is a small Veteran-owned defense contractor founded in 1995 and headquartered in San Diego, California. We are an equal opportunity employer and believe in recruiting and developing the very best professionals in the field. Although our corporate office is in California, we have employees supporting our customers from coast-to-coast and many states in-between. DEL REY is proud to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package. Employee benefits include a Traditional 401k and ROTH Retirement Accounts; Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, EAP, Vacation, Sick, EAP, Basic Term Life Insurance and voluntary supplemental insurance. We welcome all applicants as we are always looking for skilled employees possessing a desire to join and contribute to an employee-focused company committed to sustaining superior customer satisfaction.