Sr Engineering Documentation Specialist

Overview In this role you will develop and maintain technical documentation for the Space Geodesy Satellite Laser Ranging system, collaborating with engineers to ensure accurate, usable manuals and drawings. You will drive documentation quality across legacy and new content, mentor junior writers, and support mission-critical aerospace projects. Your work directly supports NASA GSFC initiatives and aerospace operations. This position offers cross-functional impact, travel opportunities, and engagement with a mission-driven culture. Compensation / Benefits401K plan with company matchmedical, dental, vision insurancelife insurance, AD&Dflexible spending accountdisability insurancepaid time off ResponsibilitiesCreate and update technical design, operations, maintenance, and drawing documents for current and future systemsProduce and revise manuals, CDRLs, I-types, and OEM documents with input from engineersResearch technical information and prepare draft material for internal review and customer sign-offDraft and finalize content for printed materials and engineering documentationLead, coach, and mentor junior technical writing staffAdapt to surge work hours and potential travel to project sites Key requirementsBachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent engineering writing experience8+ years of engineering-related technical writing experienceAbility to read and edit engineering drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematicsProven ability to prepare draft material for internal and customer reviewsStrong written and verbal communication skillsExperience researching and developing procedural technical documentationExperience with video training and image capture/editingExperience with space, engineering support, or IT projectsProficiency in Microsoft Office, Visio, and Adobe Acrobat Proflexibility and adaptabilitystrong communicationleadership and mentoringAutoCADSolidWorksNASA technical documents related to manual development