Technical Writer

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
McHenry, MS
Salary
$87,000–$116,000 / yr
Posted
17 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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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 1697 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1504 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Technical Writer

Technical Writer The Technical Writer joins the Test & Evaluation group to produce and maintain developmental test and operation-focused technical documentation for defense systems. This role involves collaborating with test engineers, pilots, and subject matter experts to identify information gaps and create high-quality artifacts including checklists, procedures, maintenance manuals, user guides, release notes, and API documentation. The candidate will research complex technical subjects from multiple sources to produce clear content for a wide audience while contributing to the company’s internal writing toolkit and style guides. Required skills include proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio, as well as an understanding of military writing standards like 412TW-TIH-20-01 and S1000D publications. The role addresses the critical need for clear documentation to support front-line decision makers using hardware and software components within a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment.

What you'll do

  • Generate, review, and edit high-quality technical documentation focused on Test & Evaluation operations.
  • Create diverse artifacts including checklists, procedures, maintenance manuals, user guides, and API documentation.
  • Research complex technical subject matter to create comprehensible content for a wide range of audiences.
  • Partner with engineers, pilots, and stakeholders to identify information gaps and improve product usability.
  • Develop and maintain internal tools, style guides, and infrastructure for the documentation lifecycle.
  • Translate engineering data into clear instructions for front-line decision makers and operators.
  • Ensure all technical publications comply with military writing standards and defense requirements.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in English, communications, linguistics, or related field (or equivalent technical experience).
  • 5+ years of demonstrated excellence generating technical documentation.
  • Previous experience creating technical documentation in the Aerospace industry and/or DOD.
  • Familiarity with military writing standards and verbiage (412TW-TIH-20-01).
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation.
  • Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
  • Basic development proficiency applying software development best practices to documentation systems.
  • Must possess and be able to maintain an active Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred).

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