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About Department 403 - Technical Services

The Life Cycle Support directorate is responsible for the development and maintenance of all submarine logistics products, including modernization and fleet support of submarines. Our mission is to provide the U.S. Navy five-star support that increases submarine Operational Availability and Capability. As part of this directorate, Department 403 – Technical Services provides writing, editing, logistics, and production services in the development and maintenance of logistic technical data (LTD) including ship systems manuals and component technical manuals for OHIO, SEAWOLF, VIRGINIA, SSGN, and COLUMBIA.

About the Role

This Technical Writer position is part of a D403 matrix group supporting the D705 Watchtower program. The Technical Writer will support the coordination, tracking, and development of logistics products to include technical descriptions, procedures, and technical manuals in support of developing and delivering first of kind submarine capabilities.

Applicant must be able to work closely and coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines, technical illustrators, and department supervision to develop new or revised descriptive chapters, operating procedures, maintenance procedures, and component technical manuals for systems and equipment found onboard nuclear powered submarines. These technical products will be developed as interactive electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) using state of the art electronic publishing software. Attention to detail and product ownership are essential in all phases of the development process to ensure an efficient and successful program. Applicant must be willing to learn to read and interpret fluid and electrical system diagrams, ship construction drawings, equipment drawings, and vendor equipment operating manuals.

Required

• Active Top secret Clearance
• SCI Eligible
• Military or submarine operational experience, OR writing experience
• High school diploma or GED

Preferred

• Technical or writing degree
• Qualified in submarines
• Experience in electronic publishing (XML, SGML, or equivalent)

• Technical inclination
• Willingness to learn
• A questioning attitude
• Organization
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of submarine mechanical and electrical systems and/or submarine equipment operation

Why Join Us

• We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition assistance
• Career Growth – Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company
• Stability & Expansion – We’re growing, adding thousands of new jobs across our facilities
• Inclusive Culture – Employee Resource Groups and community engagement
• Impactful Work – Every role contributes directly to national defense and the U.S. Navy’s mission