Costa Mesa, California, United States On-site

Anduril Industries is hiring a Technical Writer, Defense Hardware & Systems

About the Role

The role involves producing detailed technical content for defense-related hardware and system integrations. Writers will work directly with engineering teams to document design, operation, and maintenance procedures with precision and clarity.

Responsibilities

  • Develop system and hardware documentation including user manuals, installation guides, and technical specifications
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to understand product functionality and design intent
  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear, structured written content
  • Maintain version control and document lifecycle management
  • Ensure compliance with defense and regulatory documentation standards
  • Produce diagrams, schematics, and visual aids to support technical explanations
  • Revise and update documentation based on product changes and feedback
  • Follow structured authoring practices and documentation frameworks
  • Work within secure development environments with controlled access
  • Support certification and audit processes with accurate recordkeeping
  • Coordinate with subject matter experts across disciplines
  • Adhere to classification and data handling protocols
  • Write interface control documents and integration guides
  • Develop training materials for internal and external users
  • Participate in design reviews and technical planning sessions
  • Ensure consistency across documentation sets and product lines
  • Use authoring tools such as Markdown, XML, or LaTeX
  • Integrate documentation into product development workflows
  • Support rapid prototyping cycles with agile documentation methods
  • Maintain glossaries and terminology databases

Nice to Have

  • Experience documenting military or defense systems
  • Familiarity with DOORS or similar requirements tools
  • Knowledge of model-based systems engineering (MBSE)
  • Security clearance at Secret level or higher
  • Experience with automated documentation pipelines
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling or CAD viewers
  • Background in electronics or mechanical systems
  • Experience with red team or test documentation
  • Understanding of safety-critical system design
  • Prior work in fast-paced R&D environments

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model with on-site requirements

Team

Collaborative engineering and defense systems environment

Security Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Role involves handling classified information and compliance with federal export control regulations including ITAR.

Work Environment

On-site presence required for access to secure systems and hardware. Facilities include labs and engineering spaces with controlled access protocols.

Available for qualified candidates

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Anduril Industries
A defense technology company transforming military capabilities with advanced AI, autonomy, computer vision, and networking technology
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Posted 2 months ago