$80,001–$120,000 Per Year
Acceptance Testing, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe Product Family, Animation, Atlassian JIRA, Communication Skills, Computer-Based Training (CBT), Content Management, Contract Requirements, Cross-Functional, Emerging Technology, Extremely High Frequency (EHF), GPS (Global Positioning System), GitHub, Information Technology & Information Systems, Local Area Network (LAN), Microsoft Office, Microsoft SharePoint, Military/DoD Standards, Navigation Systems, Online Training, Operations Processes, Procedure Development, Professional Services, Quality Control, SCORM (Shareable Content Object Reference Model), Safety Alerts, Safety Systems, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Surveillance, System Integration (SI), System Operations, System Test, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Ultra High Frequency (UHF), User Documentation, Very High Frequency (VHF), Work From Home
Technical Writer - Shipboard C5ISR Systems
Job ID: 2613087
Location: Remote Work, MS, United States
Date Posted: Jul 17, 2026
Category: Communications
Subcategory: Technical Writer/Ed
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Potential for Remote Work: Remote
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Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a Technical Writer for shipboard Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) major systems. This program will be part of a transformative venture, driving the future of next generation afloat mission effectiveness in response to evolving strategic and environmental demands.
Work is performed remotely.
This position is contingent upon award news, anticipated in Fall 2026.
Job Duties:
- Provide Technical Writer support with the development and updates of C5ISR stage 4 and 5 test procedures, reports, briefs, proposals, instructional books, system operation manuals, maintenance manuals, Interactive Electronic Training Manuals (IETM), computer-based training (CBT) modules and related technical documents concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance of shipboard C5ISR systems
- Adhere to required quality control of test procedures in accordance with contract requirements and MIL STD 2106
- Works with the cross functional team members to identify potential test procedure development improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the conduct of C5ISR tests
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Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree with three (3) years or more relevant experience providing Technical Writer support for shipboard C5ISR test procedures, test reports, System Operational Verification Test (SOVT) procedures, system operation manuals (SOM), maintenance manuals, Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals, computer-based training modules and/or related technical documentation.; BS degree maybe offset with additional 4 years relevant experience
Required Security Clearance:
- No active secret required on first day of employment but must be able to obtain
Desired Quals & Experience:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience with IETM and CBT authoring tools such as Arobortext Editor, Adobe FrameMaker, S1000D Toolsets, Adobe Captive, Adobe Animate, SCORM, and/or Articulate Storyline
- Familiar with content management and collaboration tools (such as Sharepoint, JIRA, GitHub, and/or Confluence)
- Proficient Soft Skills for engaging with individuals in person, on phone and in written mediums
Desired Experience providing Technical Writing support with on or move below C3ISR, C4ISR, C5ISR, and/or C6ISR Shipboard Systems:
- Integrated Bridge System
- Gyrocompass (e.g., WSN-7)
- Surface Search Radars (e.g., AN/SPY-6, SPS-series)
- UHF, HF, VHF Marine Radios
- Shipboard Communication Cabinets
- Shipboard Alarms and Interior Communications (Safety, Warning Systems)
- Fathometer and Depth Sounding Systems
- Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
- Sonar Mission System (SMS)
- Extremely High Frequency (EHF) Communications
- NIPRNET, SIPRNET, SI LAN
- Navigation Distribution System
- Shipboard Entertainment LAN
- Video Distribution
Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
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SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.
We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.