Technical Writer

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Program Summary

KBRs Defense & Technology Solutions (DTS) business unit combines mission expertise with advanced digital technologies to deliver mission success at scale. We integrate and modernize defense systems across air land sea space and cyber/data domains providing digital engineering & integration rapid prototyping mission operations advanced data analytics and AI test & evaluation and secure logistics. As a trusted national security partner DTS supports the U.S. Department of Defense and global government customers with innovative technology-led solutions that enhance readiness resilience and operational advantage worldwide.

Job Summary

KBR is seeking an experienced Technical Writer with a strong background in U.S. Army technical publications to support mission-critical programs. This role requires a professional who can immediately contribute with minimal oversight develop and revise complex technical documentation and ensure compliance with Army standards and program requirements.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Army publication development (including maintenance manuals technical manuals and logistics documentation) and is comfortable collaborating directly with engineers logisticians and government stakeholders. This position requires the ability to travel up to 25% in support of fielding activities data collection and customer engagement.

Roles and Responsibilities

Develop write edit and maintain technical publications in accordance with applicable Army standards (e.g. MIL-STD TM development requirements IETMs etc.).

Produce and update maintenance manuals operator manuals provisioning documentation and other logistics support materials.

Utilize Interactive Authoring and Display System (IADS) or similar tools to develop and manage Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs).

Work directly with engineers program managers subject matter experts (SMEs) and government representatives to gather and validate technical data.

Translate complex engineering and system information into clear concise and user-friendly documentation for Soldiers and maintainers.

Perform updates and revisions to legacy documents to reflect system changes ECPs and field feedback.

Ensure compliance with contractual requirements Army publishing standards and configuration management processes.

Support QA/QC reviews and participate in document validation/verification efforts including IETM validation.

Manage document lifecycle version control and timely delivery of contract data requirements (CDRLs).

Travel up to 25% to support on-site reviews provisioning events testing validation and fielding activities.

Support QA/QC reviews and participate in document validation/verification efforts including IETM validation.

Travel up to 25% to support on-site reviews provisioning events testing validation and fielding activities.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Technical Writing English Communications or related field (or equivalent experience).

3 years of experience developing U.S. Army technical publications.

Working knowledge of Army publication standards including MIL-STD-40051 and related TM/IETM guidance.

Experience developing or maintaining Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) using tools such as IADS (Interactive Authoring and Display System) or equivalent systems.

Hands-on experience with Arbortext or similar structured authoring tools.

Working knowledge of XML/SGML-based authoring used for technical publications and IETM development.

Proven ability to produce maintenance manuals operator manuals or similar defense-related technical documentation.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and technical publishing tools.

Strong understanding of document control versioning and configuration management processes.

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting U.S. Army watercraft systems including Landing Craft Utility (LCU) or similar platforms.

Advanced experience with IADS including publishing validation and troubleshooting IETMs.

Proficiency with Arbortext Editor/Styler or other structured authoring environments in a production setting.

Strong working knowledge of XML/SGML schemas tagging and data module structures used in Army technical manuals.

Experience supporting MIL-STD compliant deliverables through full lifecycle development and updates.

Familiarity with LSA/LSAR data provisioning and logistics product development.

Experience participating in or leading Validation and Verification (V&V) events with government customers.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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