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Raytheon · 21 hours ago

Technical Writer

Raytheon is a company dedicated to helping the nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. They are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Technical Writer to support the NASA Deep Space Network, producing and maintaining high-quality technical documentation in collaboration with engineers and operations staff.

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Responsibilities

Develop, edit, and maintain DSN documentation such as Job Plans, Maintenance Procedures, Engineering Reports, and Task Plans
Collaborate with DSN engineers, designers, and operations staff to gather technical content and ensure document accuracy
Apply established JPL and DSN documentation templates, standards, and workflows
Manage multiple documents concurrently, tracking progress through drafting, review, approval and release cycles
Ensure documents comply with configuration management and document release processes using JPL’s EPDM tool
Incorporate feedback from engineers and management to finalize deliverables
Maintain consistency in terminology, formatting, and technical clarity across documents

Qualification

Microsoft OfficeEngineering DocumentationTechnical WritingEPDM ToolAerospace ProceduresAttention to DetailVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationProject Management

Required

Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience
Experience in a Technical Writer role using Microsoft Office tools
Experience working with engineering documentation, drawings and/or technical schematics

Preferred

Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail, grammar, and clarity
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple writing projects concurrently
Fast learner with the ability to quickly adapt to established templates, terminology, and processes
Familiarity with the NASA Deep Space Network (DSN), JPL processes, or government technical documentation standards
Experience with EPDM or other document configuration/release tools
Working knowledge of aerospace or ground system maintenance procedures and documentation

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays

Company

Raytheon

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Raytheon, an RTX business, creates next-generation defense solutions that are smarter, faster and better than previously thought possible.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$16M
Key Investors
United States Air Force
2012-01-17Series Unknown· $5.5M
2009-10-26Acquired
2009-10-01Series Unknown· $10.5M

Leadership Team

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Arunava Chatterjee
Executive Director of Ghost Black Operations & CEO & CTO
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Kieran Nolan
Chief Enterprise Architect / IT CTO
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