Date: Jul 22, 2025
Location: Hanover, MD, Maryland, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 24009
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $76,562.00 - $115,000.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
Job Description
Unleash Your Inner Wordsmith: Software Technical Editor & Writer
Are you a wordsmith with a passion for precision and a knack for making complex software concepts crystal clear? Do you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact mission-critical technology? If so, Mission Technologies, a division of HII, has an exhilarating opportunity for you!
We're seeking a talented and passionate Software Technical Editor & Writer to join our elite Minotaur software development team in Hanover, MD. This isn't just about documentation; it's about crafting compelling narratives that empower users and elevate our cutting-edge software.
What You'll Do: Forge Clarity and Impact
As a pivotal member of our team, you'll be the architect of understanding, bridging the gap between intricate code and diverse audiences. You'll take ownership of creating and maintaining customer-focused content that speaks to both technical experts and everyday users. Get ready to:
Become the voice of Minotaur: Write and meticulously update user guides, release notes, and a wide array of technical documentation that brings the Minotaur software to life.
Collaborate and conquer: Work seamlessly within our agile sprint structure, partnering closely with brilliant managers, developers, and cybersecurity specialists.
Be a subject matter expert: Leverage your expertise to drive configuration management processes and spearhead technical documentation standardization across the organization, ensuring consistency and excellence.
Shape the narrative: Write, rewrite, and expertly edit technical documents, including procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, and operational specifications, translating complex information into easily digestible content.
Uncover the story: Acquire deep subject knowledge by interviewing product developers, observing production methods, and delving into technical specifications, blueprints, and engineering illustrations.
Visualize understanding: Oversee the preparation of compelling illustrative materials, carefully selecting and integrating drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to enhance comprehension.
Champion quality: Conduct rigorous quality reviews of all materials, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to the highest standards.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
- Strong editing and proofreading skills
- Be proficient in Microsoft word formatting and collaborative editing methodologies
- Be familiar with general software development processes
- Have a desire to learn more about operator approaches to utilizing software to understand sensor data
- Must be a US citizen and have the ability to obtain a US level Secret clearance
Preferred Requirements
- A Bachelors Degree or higher in Computer Science
- Previous experience as an Editor and Technical Writer
- Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
- Previous experience working with sensor data
- Possess an active US level Secret clearance
Physical Requirements
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
