Technical Writer, UxV Engineering Support (Contract)

Marcurius; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Marcurius is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Writer to support its engineering team on a six-month, 1099 independent contractor engagement in Clearwater, Florida. You will translate complex engineering inputs into accurate, usable documentation for unmanned systems (UxV).

This hands-on role requires taking ownership of technical deliverables, capturing knowledge from engineers, and keeping documentation aligned with evolving designs and test activities to enable rapid development and testing.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of professional technical writing experience in engineering or complex technology projects.
• Experience documenting hardware and software interfaces or integration-related content.
• Strong ability to interview engineers and write for engineering and operational audiences.
• Excellent editing, proofreading, document structuring, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Experience with document management, revision control, and SharePoint knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain interface control documents (ICDs), system and software descriptions, test plans and reports, operating and maintenance manuals, SOPs, and training materials.
• Interview engineers and subject matter experts to capture technical knowledge, clarify interfaces, and resolve gaps in source material.
• Structure multidisciplinary hardware, software, and systems information for clear documentation for the intended audience.
• Maintain documentation templates, writing standards, revision histories, and controlled files using approved tools including SharePoint.
• Coordinate technical reviews and approvals with responsible engineers; incorporate feedback and track release status.
• Update documentation as designs, interfaces, configurations, and test results evolve, maintaining traceability to approved baselines.
• Support internal reviews, program milestones, testing activities, and customer documentation deliverables as required.
• Handle proprietary, customer, and export-controlled information through authorized systems and in accordance with applicable requirements.

Skills

Technical writing

Engineering documentation

Interviewing SMEs

Editing & proofreading

Documentation management

SharePoint

Independent contractor

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

6-Month 1099 | Independent Contractor
Clearwater, Florida (Onsite)
$60 - 75 per hour

About Marcurius Multi-Mission Solutions

Marcurius Multi-Mission Solutions is a fast-growing Defense technology company headquartered in Clearwater, Florida. Founded by US and UK veterans, Marcurius brings decades of frontline experience across Special Operations and Intelligence missions, with deep expertise in asymmetric warfare and the real-world employment of unmanned systems.

Marcurius is building a new kind of unmanned systems company – multi-domain, multi-platform, and mission-driven. We fuse battle-proven technologies, resilient command-and-control architectures, and operator-led doctrine to deliver capabilities that work in contested environments. Our initial focus is the rapid fielding of advanced Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) for modern maritime operations.

Role Overview

Marcurius is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Technical Writer to support its engineering team on a six-month, 1099 independent contractor engagement.

Working closely with hardware, software, systems, and test engineers, you will translate complex engineering inputs into accurate, usable, and controlled technical documentation for unmanned systems (UxV).

This is a hands-on documentation role focused on taking ownership of technical deliverables, capturing knowledge from subject matter experts, and keeping documentation aligned with rapidly evolving designs and test activities. Your work will help engineering teams focus on development, integration, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain interface control documents (ICDs), system and software descriptions, test plans and reports, operating and maintenance manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials.
• Interview engineers and other subject matter experts to capture technical knowledge, clarify interfaces and operating concepts, and resolve gaps or inconsistencies in source material.
• Structure multidisciplinary hardware, software, and systems information into clear documentation suited to its intended technical audience.
• Maintain documentation templates, writing standards, revision histories, and controlled files using approved tools, including SharePoint.
• Coordinate technical reviews and approvals with responsible engineers; incorporate feedback and track document status through release.
• Update documentation as designs, interfaces, configurations, and test results evolve, maintaining traceability to approved engineering baselines where applicable.
• Support internal reviews, program milestones, testing activities, and customer documentation deliverables as required.
• Handle proprietary, customer, and export-controlled technical information only through authorized systems and in accordance with applicable requirements.

Required Qualifications

• At least three years of professional technical writing experience supporting engineering or complex technology projects.
• Demonstrated experience documenting both hardware and software systems, including interfaces or integration-related technical content.
• Strong ability to interview engineers, organize technical inputs, and write accurately for engineering and operational audiences.
• Excellent editing, proofreading, document-structuring, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Experience with document management, revision control, and collaborative review workflows; working knowledge of SharePoint.
• Ability to manage multiple deliverables independently and collaborate effectively in a fast-moving, multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Ability to work onsite in Clearwater, Florida for the duration of the engagement.

Preferred Experience

• Technical documentation experience in defense, aerospace, maritime, robotics, or autonomous systems.
• Exposure to unmanned surface vessels (USVs), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs).
• Familiarity with DoD documentation practices, military standards (MIL-STD), S1000D, or Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, architecture diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Experience supporting prototype development, system integration, testing, configuration management, or engineering change processes.

Contract Details & Work Environment

Engagement: 1099 independent contractor; six-month term.
Rate: $60 - 75 per hour
Location: Onsite at the Marcurius facility in Clearwater, Florida.

Work with multidisciplinary engineering, integration, and testing teams in a fast-paced prototype development environment.
Documentation may support integration activities, sea trials, and internal or customer-facing technical reviews.

Why Marcurius

Marcurius is a people-first, execution-focused organization assembling a high-impact team of Engineers and Operators. This role offers the opportunity to directly shape real-world systems, support strategic national security priorities, and be part of an incredibly exciting journey - building the foundations of a next-generation Defense technology company.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Marcurius Multi-Mission Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse, mission-driven team and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

We strongly encourage applications from veterans and individuals with experience in maritime, defense, communications, and advanced technology sectors.