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Centurum · 1 month ago

Technical Writer II (Contingent)

Port Hueneme, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$67K/yr - $89K/yr

3+ years exp

Centurum is a company that provides employment opportunities in various fields, and they are seeking a Technical Writer II. The role involves writing, editing, and managing technical documentation for U.S. Navy systems, including the creation of manuals and logistics documentation.

Enterprise Software

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain technical documentation including:

Operator and maintenance manuals

IETMs

Technical bulletins

Standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Review and edit program documents for technical accuracy and compliance with Navy documentation standards

Collaborate with engineers, logisticians, and subject matter experts to gather and verify technical content

Ensure documentation aligns with applicable style guides and formatting requirements (e.g., MIL-STD-38784, S1000D)

Use authoring tools (e.g. Adobe FrameMaker, XML editors, Microsoft Office Suite)

Participate in technical reviews and quality assurance processes

Support configuration management and document control processes

Qualification

Technical authoring toolsNavy documentation standardsTechnical writingMicrosoft OfficeS1000D knowledgeAttention to detailIndependent workCollaboration

Required

U.S. Citizenship

Active Secret Clearance

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

3+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a defense or government contracting environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical authoring tools

Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

Preferred

Experience with Navy Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)

Familiarity with Navy Combat Systems and associated documentation

Knowledge of S1000D and IETM development

Experience working in a DoD or Navy acquisition environment

Benefits

Health Insurance - Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost-sharing basis.

Dental Insurance - Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent.

Basic Life Insurance - Company provided benefit for all full-time employees.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates.

Dependant Life Insurance - Optional coverage for dependents at a group rate.

Long Term Disability Insurance - Optional coverage available to employees at group rates.

Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave accrual is determined by length of service.

Holidays - The company observes ten paid holidays each year.

Retirement 401(k) Plan - Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi-weekly match and a year-end profit sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan.