Combat Systems Technical Writer

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

Technical Writer supporting Naval Surface Warfare Center training systems development and documentation for classroom training systems. Primarily remote role with occasional requirements to support in-person team activities.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeVirginia Beach • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,286 - $65,666 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain technical documentation supporting new and existing training system designs
Provide prototyping support for engineering, design, and development of classroom training systems
Participate in quarterly In-Progress Reviews (IPRs) and Requirements Analysis Working Groups (RAWGs)
Support requirements engineering activities, including creation and coordination of: Systems Engineering Plans (SEP) System Requirements Documents (SRD) Software Requirements Specifications (SRS) Hardware Requirements Specifications (HRS)
Life Cycle Sustainment Plans (LCSP) Configuration Management Plans (CMP) Risk Management Plans (RMP) System Security Administrator and Operator’s Manuals (SSAOM) Quality Management Plans (QMP)
Prepare illustrative materials such as diagrams, charts, and sketches; conduct quality reviews of developed products
Track baseline changes and maintain document control in accordance with the Configuration Management Plan
Manage project artifacts and repositories using SharePoint
Capture and distribute meeting minutes, action items, and trip reports
Support the Lead System Engineer (LSE) in maintaining realistic inputs to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

0 years experience with Bachelors in related field
or a High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
Current or active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Must be a U.S. citizen
Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Benefits

Comp & perks

best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
wellness resources
employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
financial planning tools
life insurance
employee discounts
paid holidays and paid time off
tuition reimbursement
early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

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Hard Skills & Tools

technical documentationrequirements engineeringSystems Engineering PlansSystem Requirements DocumentsSoftware Requirements SpecificationsHardware Requirements SpecificationsLife Cycle Sustainment PlansConfiguration Management PlansRisk Management PlansQuality Management Plans

Soft Skills

attention to detailindependent workcollaborative worktask managementminimal supervision

Certifications

DoD Secret Security Clearance