Technical Writer — Defense Systems & IETMs

XYZ Venture Capital

Quincy (MA)

On-site

USD 86,000 - 149,000

Full time

45 hours ago

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Job summary

Anduril Industries in the United States seeks a Technical Writer to partner with product and operations teams to deliver accurate, user-friendly documentation for hardware and software. You will work closely with engineers and SMEs to understand products, map user workflows, and produce clear, task-oriented manuals, guides, and release notes.

This role emphasizes tone, consistency, and quality across artifacts, with standards such as MIL-STD-40051D and S1000D preferred.

Qualifications

4+ years creating technical docs for complex hardware, software, or aerospace systems.
Experience writing technical, user-facing documentation.
Ability to read and interpret engineering docs (schematics, CAD, software specs).
Experience producing content in formats like Word, XML, DITA.
Strong written and verbal communication; able to explain technical topics clearly.
Eligible for active security clearance.
Willing to relocate onsite to Quincy, MA.
Subject to pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

Generate, review, and edit user-focused documentation with engineering and operations.
Prioritize tasks to support product documentation and keep projects on track.
Communicate risks and align stakeholders; keep leadership informed.
Help build a living documentation culture across teams.