Technical Writer – Starshield: Cryptography & Security

InvestedintheMission; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

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Job summary

SpaceX, in Hawthorne, CA, is seeking a Technical Writer (STARSHIELD) to compile and update cryptographic and security system specifications. You will work with engineers to create concise, audit-ready documents and help drive certification efforts in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires learning complex technical concepts, taking initiative, and strong project-management skills. Travel ~15% and possible long hours may be required to meet timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of technical writing experience.
• 1+ years of technical writing experience.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain technical and requirements documents, including security evaluation documents, V&V plans, and design documentation.
• Collaborate with software engineers to describe software functionality for a technical audience.
• Oversee timely delivery of required documentation to external evaluators.
• Propose and develop improvements to requirements management systems.

Skills

Technical writing

Git

Project communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years technical writing experience

Tools

LaTeX

Microsoft Office

Job description

SpaceX, in Hawthorne, CA, is seeking a Technical Writer (STARSHIELD) to compile and update cryptographic and security system specifications. You will work with engineers to create concise, audit-ready documents and help drive certification efforts in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires learning complex technical concepts, taking initiative, and strong project-management skills. Travel ~15% and possible long hours may be required to meet timelines.