Technical Writer

The Lockwood Group is seeking a Technical Writer to support a C5ISR hardware and software effort for a U.S. Army customer located at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD. This program provides engineering, programmatic, and lifecycle support to enhance mission-critical command, control, communications, computers, cyber, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C5ISR) capabilities in support of Army modernization priorities.

Position Overview

• Develop and maintain documentation, including user manuals, technical guides, test plans, and policy documents.
• Onsite at contractor location in Belcamp, MD
• Salary Range 100-115k

Responsibilities

• Develop technical manuals, reports, and system documentation.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise materials.
• Ensure compliance with DoD documentation and security policies.
• Collaborate with engineers and analysts to gather accurate technical information.
• Manage document version control and updates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Technical Writing, or related field.
• 10 years experience in technical documentation, 5+ within DoD environments.
• Experience using tools like CECOM Web Compose to develop, validate, and publish technical manuals in XML format to comply with military standards e.g. MIL-STD-40051-2B.
• Active DoD Secret clearance

Why Join The Lockwood Group

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including: Paid Time Off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, health and wellness, various optional add-on benefits, and a retirement 401(k) plan with Company match.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.