Technical Writer

Overview

BAI, a defense contractor, seeks a skilled Technical Writer with 3 years of experience supporting defense-related engineering, test, or operations projects. The candidate will collaborate with Systems Engineers, Quality Assurance Engineers, Software Developers, and Testers at Point Mugu Naval Base in Camarillo, CA, utilizing government-defined engineering processes. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with documentation standards, cyber accreditation requirements, and interoperability with project infrastructure. This position offers opportunities for career progression, excellent benefits, and stability in a well-established, employee-focused company.

Salary

The typical annual salary range for this position is $79,775.00 USD to $110,802.00 USD. Salary will be based on current qualifications, directly related experience, geographic location, and possible contractual requirements which could fall outside of this range.

Responsibilities

The Technical Writer Journeyman will:

• Author Technical Documents and Reports:
• Prepare materials such as test reports, equipment manuals, appendices, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and maintenance instructions in line with DoD standards, including NIST SP 800-53 and DoDI 8510.01.
• Create and maintain document suites, including Logistics, Configuration Management (CM), Systems Engineering, Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance artifacts, and Test Plans for U.S. and Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
• Develop and structure documentation for key milestones including SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR, ensuring alignment with Initial and Full Operational Capability (IOC and FOC).
• Manage and Oversee Technical Baselines:
• Work with engineers to maintain auditable repositories with traceability from requirements to verification and Authorization to Operate (ATO) evidence.
• Collaborate on controlled configuration documents such as Interface Control Documents (ICD), Verification Cross-Reference Matrices (VCRM), and Architecture Roadmaps.
• Conduct regular updates related to system architecture, cyber accreditation progress, and configuration control.
• Verify and Align Technical Artifacts:
• Review and edit engineering documentation for adherence to project standards and government requirements.
• Manage document templates, ensuring compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards and ITAR/EAR export control requirements.
• Cybersecurity Coordination and Reporting:
• Support the assembly, verification, and coordination of cybersecurity-related materials, including vulnerability assessments, RMF controls, POA&Ms, and related ATO documentation.
• Monitor and review active application components and oversee their updates and lifecycle statuses.
• Meeting and Reporting Requirements:
• Facilitate and document technical discussions with stakeholders, including cross-functional meetings for Integration & Test Master Planning (ITMP) and cyber accreditation progress reviews.
• Prepare minutes, summaries, and briefing documentation for Monthly Progress Reports (CDRL A001).

The candidate will assist in ad-hoc documentation projects designed to enhance program knowledge transfer, readiness for technical reviews, and stakeholder coordination.

Qualifications

Technical Experience:

• A minimum of 3 to 10 years of experiencein a technical writing role, supporting defense-related engineering, test, or operations projects
• Demonstrated ability to draft and manage a variety of technical documents, such as RMF artifacts, test process documentation, and engineering baselines

Interpersonal Skills:

• Proven ability to thrive in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating effectively with engineers, stakeholders, and cybersecurity personnel
• Strong analytical, attention-to-detail, and problem-solving skills

Technical Tools and Skills:

• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Pro and version control tools
• Desired: Experience with Systems Engineering frameworks and software tools such as IBM Rational DOORS or similar

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with government IT environments, including platforms such as Microsoft Azure, MS Teams, and NMCI
• Familiarity with NAVAIR program directives, infrastructures, and operational requirements for stakeholders
• Knowledge of cybersecurity accreditations via the RMF process

Work Conditions & Requirements:

• Work location: Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC), Naval Air Station (NAS) Point Mugu. Candidates must be able to work onsite
• Work schedule: Adaptable to NBVC’s 4/5/9 compressed work schedule policy
• Remote Work: Permissible only with COR notification and approval per company policy
• Travel: May involve CONUS or ship based travel to support testing or design reviews

EDUCATION

Degree: High School diploma.

Allowable Substitution: GED; or Vocational training commensurate with Department of Labor functional description.

CLEARANCE

Condition of Employment:  Applicant must have an active DoD Secret Clearance. The applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

CITIZENSHIP

The applicant must have US citizenship at the time of application.

BAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other non-merit based factors made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Salary : $79,775 - $110,802