Configuration Management​/ILS Analyst

Technical Writing Specialist

Location: Norfolk, VA

The Technical Writing Specialist develops, validates, and sustains technical manuals and related technical documentation for small boats and combatant craft. The position authors SGML/XML-based technical data in compliance with NAVSEA and DoD specifications, manages technical manual repositories, and ensures configuration, maintenance, and logistics data consistency across all published products.

• Author and edit technical manuals using Arbortext and SGML/XML environments
• Ensure compliance with MIL-DTL-24784 series, MIL-PRF-32216A, and applicable DIDs
• Perform parts research and review engineering drawings and BOMs
• Manage TM storage and access within MBPS repositories
• Acquire and validate COTS technical manuals for government acceptance
• Support NTSP and MPT development and related training documentation

• Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Engineering, Logistics, or related field or relevant direct military experience in lieu of degree
• 3-8 years of experience authoring technical manuals for Navy or DoD platforms
• Proficiency with Arbortext Editor and SGML/XML authoring environments
• Knowledge of MIL-DTL-24784 series, MIL-PRF-32216A, and TM DIDs
• Familiarity with MBPS and Navy digital technical data repositories
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and maintenance documentation
• Strong technical writing, editing, and document control skills
• US Citizen
• Active secret clearance or ability to obtain

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, disability or veteran status.