Technical Writer, Advanced Effects Missiles

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$86,000–$149,000 / yr
Posted
today

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Below market

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1882 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Technical Writer, Advanced Effects Missiles

Join our dedicated team as a Technical Writer specializing in advanced effects missiles, where you will play a crucial role in documenting complex technical specifications and procedures. Your day-to-day responsibilities include creating comprehensive user manuals, troubleshooting guides, and safety protocols to ensure clear communication of critical information. You will work closely with engineers and other stakeholders to gather detailed requirements and maintain up-to-date documentation for cutting-edge missile systems. The ideal candidate possesses strong proficiency in LaTeX or similar technical writing tools, along with a solid understanding of aerospace engineering principles. This role requires a Top Secret security clearance due to the highly sensitive nature of the work, which involves handling classified information at large-scale defense projects.

What you'll do

  • Develop technical documentation for advanced effects missiles.
  • Ensure all documents comply with security and regulatory standards.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of missile technology advancements.
  • Create user manuals, operation guides, and maintenance procedures.
  • Collaborate with engineers to understand complex missile systems.

What we're looking for

  • Top Secret security clearance required
  • Strong technical writing skills for complex missile systems documentation
  • Experience in aerospace or defense industry preferred
  • Proficiency in creating user manuals, maintenance guides, and safety procedures
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical communication, or related field
  • Ability to work on classified projects with strict deadlines

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