Technical Writer-Journeyman

Technical Writer – Journeyman

At AMEWAS, we don’t just support defense – we shape it. For over 40 years, we’ve been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting‑edge engineering, testing, and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems.

Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California and Maryland, and offices in Orlando, FL and San Diego, CA, you’ll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nation’s Warfighters.

Location : Point Mugu, CA

Point Mugu surrounds a beautiful coastal setting. Please see for more information.

Salary :

$80,000.00 – $110,000.00 (commensurate with experience)

Employment type : Full‑time

Seniority level : Mid‑Senior level

Required to work on site; remote work is not eligible.

A Typical Day as a Technical Writer – Journeyman

Writes technical materials such as test reports, equipment manuals, appendices or operating / maintenance instructions

Assists in layout work

Creates and maintains multiple documents associated with product deliveries, including but not limited to :

Logistics, Configuration Management, Systems Engineering and Test for Domestic and Foreign Military Sales (FMS)

Software Description Documents (SDD)

Software Version Documents (SVD)

Test and Evaluation (T&E)

Test Plans and Interim Summary Reports (ISR)

Interacts with internal teams and customers as needed to confirm Software User Manual (SUM) changes

Supports regular / recurring interface meetings with customers regarding domestic and FMS SUM versions

Supports the reviews of product release recommendations

Reviews and provides updates to requirements, cyber and integration documents

Assists in creating templates to help manage data appropriately

Collaborates with other functional areas to verify the accuracy of data against program‑specific artifacts

Assists in the creation of other ad‑hoc project‑related documentation as needed

Must‑haves

HS Diploma or equivalent

3 years of relevant work experience

3–10 years of experience writing technical material (test reports, equipment manuals, appendices or operating / maintenance instructions)

The ability to assist in layout work

Experience supporting interface meetings and reviews with customers

Capability to review and update requirements, cyber and integration documents

Proficiency in collaboration and data verification across program‑specific artifacts

Background in maintaining information in program‑related systems and reviewing active application components and versions in DADMS

Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and ability to work independently; self‑starter with a detail‑oriented mindset

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Maintains a DoD Secret Security Clearance – Secret Clearance required to start

Desired Skills

Experience with SCRUM

Experience with Arbortext

Experience with S1000D

Physical Environment And Working Conditions

The position requires working in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday. The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices or conference rooms on site; overnight travel may be required on rare occasions.

Our Excellent Benefits And Perks

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life / AD&D / STD / LTD insurance

Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave

Generous tuition and training assistance program

Relocation assistance

Sign‑on bonuses

Employee longevity recognition

Community involvement and outreach

Team building events

Recognition program

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mobile service discount

Fitness reimbursement program

AMEWAS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Recruiting department via phone at 301‑863‑7102 or email at recruiting@amewas.com.

AMEWAS participates in E‑Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters.

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