There’s never been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for cutting-edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefront designing, building, and maintaining the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.

About the Department

Electric Boat Department 403 Technical Writing is seeking a motivated individual to join our Reactor Plant Planning Yard team. This team is responsible for the management of Propulsion Plant Technical Manuals under the cognizance of Naval Reactors.

About this group

In this position, the applicant will research, write, and publish various submarine classes system manuals, system operating manuals, and component technical manuals.  Additionally, the applicant will develop and publish ship modification instructions for all submarine classes.

Role Overview

The successful applicant must be able to work closely with administrative aides, technical illustrators, editors, technical leads, multiple engineering disciplines, and management to produce these technical products. Most of the manuals will be developed as interactive electronic technical manuals (IETMs) using ARBORTEX publishing software and ship alterations.

Key Responsibilities

Attention to detail and product ownership are essential in all phases of the development process to ensure an efficient and successful program. Applicants must be willing to learn and understand fluid and electrical system diagrams, ship construction drawings, equipment drawings, and vendor equipment operating manuals. Successful applicants will be publishing items using Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML) and Extensible Markup Language (XML) using ARBORTEX software.

This is a 100% full time, on-site role.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain Secret security clearance from the DoD
• Microsoft Office Products working knowledge
• Adobe Acrobat working knowledge
• 3+ years writing experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience and understanding of the requirements to develop and issue nuclear cognizant technical manuals

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the RPPY/MTSSY program
• Experience in electronic publishing (XML, SGML, or equivalent) using ARBORTEX software
• Professional writing experience
• Technical or writing degree
• Submarine Engineering Department Work Center Supervisor

• Technically inclined
• Willingness to learn
• A questioning attitude
• Organization
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of submarine mechanical and electrical systems, and submarine equipment operation is preferred, but not require

Why Join Us

• We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do
• Competitve Pay & Benefits - Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition assistance
• Career Growth - Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company
• Stability and 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