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Mission Technologies, a division of HII

Technical Writer

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Collect, organize, and transform technical and operational information into formal documentation .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeNevada • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $73,440 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in producing and managing technical documentation, including system engineering reports and operational workflows, while ensuring compliance with formatting and quality standards. Proficient in collaborating with diverse stakeholders to verify technical accuracy and enhance documentation clarity.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Technical Documentation ProductionConfiguration Management ProcessesMicrosoft Office ProficiencyTop Secret ClearanceJoint Simulation Environment Experience

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills
Technical DocumentationSystem Engineering ReportsConfiguration ManagementProcess FlowsVersion ControlTroubleshooting StepsOperational WorkflowsInstallation GuidesTest ProceduresChange Tracking
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsCollaborationAttention to DetailProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeExcelWindowsLinux
Certifications & Qualifications
Top Secret ClearanceTS/SCI Clearance
Industry Keywords
DoDAir ForceEngineering EnvironmentsIntegration LabsSimulation Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
LinuxTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Collect, organize, and transform technical and operational information into formal documentation
  • Engage with engineers, developers, system administrators, and operators to collect accurate technical information
  • Observe system operations, integration activities, troubleshooting sessions, technical demonstrations, test events, and system bring-up activities
  • Conduct interviews with subject matter experts to extract procedural and technical details
  • Create, update, and maintain installation guides, test procedures, troubleshooting steps, operational workflows, system summaries, after-action captures, and configuration references
  • Standardize document formatting, terminology, numbering, tables, headers, footers, fonts, and figure references
  • Generate checklists, process flows, and supporting forms
  • Maintain version control, change tracking, and document revision histories
  • Conduct first-line quality reviews for accuracy, readability, formatting compliance, and template adherence
  • Coordinate reviews with subject matter experts and track document progress and review status
  • Translate complex technical language into clear procedural instructions for managers and operators
  • Identify documentation gaps and propose content improvements
  • Collaborate with government, contractor, and engineering stakeholders to verify technical accuracy and resolve discrepancies
  • Participate in project kickoff meetings and documentation planning sessions
  • Support on-site modeling, simulation, and training capabilities for government personnel at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 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, design, development, and test/user documentation
  • Ability to define and implement manageable configuration management processes, including check-out/check-in, build, and release
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Windows, and Linux operating systems
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • 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
  • Preferred: Active or current DoD Top Secret SCI Clearance
  • Preferred: Experience in Joint Simulation Environment (JSE)
  • Preferred: Experience supporting DoD, Air Force, or complex engineering environments
  • Preferred: Familiarity with networking, cyber, A/V, or simulation systems
  • Preferred: Experience working alongside integration labs, test events, or system deployments
  • Preferred: Ability to translate technical team terminology into polished, manager-ready documentation
  • Required on-site support; position is not eligible for remote work

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 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
  • Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
  • Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation occasionally offered for qualified positions
  • Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth