Technical Manual Writer - Level 3
Lockheed Martin, Palmdale, CA, United States
Overview
You will be the Technical Manual Writer - Level 3 for the Technical Publications Team which is responsible for producing accurate, MIL‑STD‑compliant documentation for advanced military aeronautics systems.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Technical Manual Writer - Level 3 you will be responsible for authoring and maintaining technical publications that support complex aircraft platforms, ensuring they meet stringent defense standards.
Develop flight manuals, maintenance manuals, and illustrated parts breakdown manuals in IETM formats such as QuickSilver or XML.
Collaborate with engineering, software, supportability, and logistics teams to gather data and translate it into clear, actionable documentation.
Perform verification and validation activities to confirm technical accuracy and compliance with MIL‑STD requirements.
Interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, schematics, and commercial data to create precise maintenance Job Guides.
Continuously improve publication processes by incorporating feedback and emerging best practices.
Qualifications
Experience in developing and authoring technical flight manuals
Experience interfacing with operational and maintenance personnel in operational work environments
Experience developing Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) (e.g., Quicksilver, Arbortext, XML, or S1000D format)
Active Secret Clearance
What’s In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to take on challenging work, we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are
You are a meticulous writer with deep experience in military aeronautics publications. You thrive in cross‑functional environments, are skilled at turning complex engineering data into clear, user‑friendly manuals, and are committed to delivering high‑quality, compliant documentation that directly supports aircraft readiness.
Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Desired Skills
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Technical Discipline
Experience authoring technical publications for complex military aeronautics publications
Experience in developing military aeronautics technical publications, including flight manuals, maintenance manuals, illustrated parts breakdown manuals and maintenance job guides
General experience in integrating isometric illustrations or other graphical illustrations into an interactive electronic manual format
Ability to effectively work with multiple engineering, software, supportability, and logistics disciplines to develop highly accurate technical manuals
Experience in verification and validation of technical publications is highly desirable
Broad experience with Microsoft Office suite, especially MS Word, Arbortext, Adobe, Photoshop, CATIA and IsoDraw software tools
Self starter and able to multi-task in a fast-paced dynamic work environment
Good communications and presentation skills
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to work remotely
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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You will be the Technical Manual Writer - Level 3 for the Technical Publications Team which is responsible for producing accurate, MIL‑STD‑compliant documentation for advanced military aeronautics systems.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Technical Manual Writer - Level 3 you will be responsible for authoring and maintaining technical publications that support complex aircraft platforms, ensuring they meet stringent defense standards.
Develop flight manuals, maintenance manuals, and illustrated parts breakdown manuals in IETM formats such as QuickSilver or XML.
Collaborate with engineering, software, supportability, and logistics teams to gather data and translate it into clear, actionable documentation.
Perform verification and validation activities to confirm technical accuracy and compliance with MIL‑STD requirements.
Interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, schematics, and commercial data to create precise maintenance Job Guides.
Continuously improve publication processes by incorporating feedback and emerging best practices.
Qualifications
Experience in developing and authoring technical flight manuals
Experience interfacing with operational and maintenance personnel in operational work environments
Experience developing Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) (e.g., Quicksilver, Arbortext, XML, or S1000D format)
Active Secret Clearance
What’s In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to take on challenging work, we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are
You are a meticulous writer with deep experience in military aeronautics publications. You thrive in cross‑functional environments, are skilled at turning complex engineering data into clear, user‑friendly manuals, and are committed to delivering high‑quality, compliant documentation that directly supports aircraft readiness.
Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Desired Skills
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Technical Discipline
Experience authoring technical publications for complex military aeronautics publications
Experience in developing military aeronautics technical publications, including flight manuals, maintenance manuals, illustrated parts breakdown manuals and maintenance job guides
General experience in integrating isometric illustrations or other graphical illustrations into an interactive electronic manual format
Ability to effectively work with multiple engineering, software, supportability, and logistics disciplines to develop highly accurate technical manuals
Experience in verification and validation of technical publications is highly desirable
Broad experience with Microsoft Office suite, especially MS Word, Arbortext, Adobe, Photoshop, CATIA and IsoDraw software tools
Self starter and able to multi-task in a fast-paced dynamic work environment
Good communications and presentation skills
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to work remotely
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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