Technical Writer - 30447

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Nellis Air Force Base Census-Designated Place (NV); On-site; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. is seeking a Technical Writer to support a Modeling, Simulation, and Training team at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center, Nellis, AFB, NV.

The writer will transform technical and operational data into formal documentation for government and contractor personnel, covering procedures, configuration steps, workflows, and troubleshooting actions. The role supports engineering, cyber, networking, A/V, and simulation teams, ensuring documents are

Qualifications

• 6 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's in related field; 4 years with a Master's in related field; or a High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
• Experience producing technical documentation in a structured environment.
• Ability to write system engineering reports, software development reports, manuals, presentations, etc.
• Ability to define CM processes (check-out/check-in, build, release) and implement them.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office, Excel, Windows, and Linux operating systems.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written are required.
• Must have had an active Top Secret clearance within the last 24 months.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance, with SAP/SPR clearances.
• Work Environment: On-site, not eligible for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Collect accurate technical information from engineers, developers, sysadmins, and operators.
• Record detailed data from system operations, integration activities, and demonstrations.
• Maintain understanding of systems to reflect actual operational behavior.
• Conduct interviews with subject matter experts to extract details.
• Create and maintain installation guides, test procedures, troubleshooting steps, and workflows.
• Standardize formatting across headers, footers, fonts, tables, and terminology.
• Generate checklists, process flows, and supporting forms.
• Maintain version control and document revision histories.
• Perform first-line quality reviews for accuracy and readability.
• Coordinate reviews with SMEs to ensure technical accuracy.
• Track progress and review status in the document tracker.
• Capture technical steps in real time during tests and bring-up activities.
• Translate complex technical language into clear instructions for managers and operators.
• Identify gaps and propose content improvements.
• Collaborate with government/contractor stakeholders and engineering teams.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree + related field

Master's degree + related field

High School Diploma + 10 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Windows

Linux

Job description

Requisition Number: 30447

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $73,440.00 - $110,000.00

Security Clearance: Top Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.

• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.

• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.

• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.

• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.

• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary

HII - Mission Technologies is seeking a Technical Writer to support a Modeling, Simulation, and Training team at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center, Nellis, AFB, NV. The Technical Writer is responsible for collecting, organizing, and transforming technical and operational information into formal documentation used by government and contractor personnel. This position supports engineering, cyber, networking, A/V, and simulation teams by capturing procedures, configuration steps, workflows, system behaviors, and troubleshooting actions in a structured and repeatable format. The Technical Writer ensures all documents are accurate, consistent, fully traceable, and suitable for internal technical use.

This position is part of a team that provides on-site M&S support to establish and deliver high-end Advanced Tactics, Training, and Test capability for Government personnel operating under USAFWC/ACC; Provide mission execution and support to broad range of JITTC-N simulator activities and JSE. The selected candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and be capable of designing and developing and documenting network and systems.

Key Job Responsibilities

Data Collection and Research

• Engage with engineers, developers, system administrators, and operators to collect accurate technical information.

• Observe system operations, integration activities, troubleshooting sessions, and technical demonstrations to record detailed data.

• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of assigned systems to ensure documentation reflects actual operational behavior.

• Conduct document interviews with subject matter experts to extract procedural and technical details.

Document Development and Production

• Create, update, and maintain technical documentation including installation guides, test procedures, troubleshooting steps, operational workflows, system summaries, after-action captures, and configuration references.

• Standardize all document formatting across headers, footers, fonts, tables, figure references, terminology, and numbering.

• Generate checklists, process flows, and supporting forms to accompany technical procedures.

• Maintain version control, including change tracking and document revision histories.

Quality Control and Review Support

• Conduct first line quality reviews of all documents to verify accuracy, readability, formatting compliance, and adherence to defined templates.

• Support and facilitate review coordination with subject matter experts to ensure technical accuracy.

• Track document progress and review status within the document management tracker.

Technical Process Capture

• Observe test events, integration sessions, troubleshooting efforts, and system bring up activities to capture technical steps in real time.

• Translate complex technical language into clear procedural instructions suitable for managers and operators.

• Identify gaps in existing documentation and proactively propose content improvements.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with government and contractor stakeholders to ensure documentation expectations and formatting standards are met.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to verify technical accuracy and resolve discrepancies discovered during writing or review.

• Participate in project kickoff meetings and documentation planning sessions as required.

What you must have

• 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.

• Experience producing technical documentation in a structured environment.
• Ability to write system engineering reports, software development reports, manuals, presentations, etc. to include design, development, and test/user documentation.
• Ability to define manageable CM processes (check-out/check-in, build, release, etc.) and implement them.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office, Excel, Windows, and Linux operating systems.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written are required.
• Must have had an active Top Secret clearance within the last 24 months.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance, with supporting SAP/SPR clearances.
• Work Environment: Position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active or current DoD Top Secret SCI Clearance.
• Experience in Joint Simulation Environment (JSE).
• Experience supporting DoD, Air Force, or complex engineering environments.
• Familiarity with networking, cyber, A/V, or simulation systems.
• Experience working alongside integration labs, test events, or system deployments.
• Ability to translate technical team terminology into polished, manager-ready documentation.

Physical Requirements

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future

We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

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