{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"eeeb4ac74bf656381b844063","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/eeeb4ac74bf656381b844063","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/eeeb4ac74bf656381b844063","title":"Technical Writer/Editor","description":"General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.\n\nUnder general supervision, this position is responsible for researching, documenting and developing detailed operator, maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, checklists, technical specifications, alert bulletins, training materials and other procedures and reports. Ensures final materials clearly and effectively communicate the technical information and data to appropriate audiences; ensures documents are developed in accordance with the requested specifications; and collects and accumulates appropriate technical information through researching and analyzing technical data and publications, test plans, design specifications/documentation, software description documents, engineering documents and by interviewing technical experts.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nResearches, documents and develops detailed operator, maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, checklists, technical specifications, alert bulletins, training materials and other procedures and reports.\nCollects and accumulates appropriate technical information through researching and analyzing technical data and publications, engineering drawings, test procedures, design specifications/documentation, software description documents, engineering documents and by interviewing technical experts.\nEnsures documents are developed in accordance with the requested specifications and contractual requirements, including development of any necessary illustrations, photographs, or other graphic representations.\nEnsures final materials clearly and effectively communicate the technical information and data.\nCoordinates technical document reviews and approval signatures, which may include appropriate security classification prior to document distribution.\nMay participate in recommending new and/or modifications to documentation/communication policies and procedures.\nMay present document(s) to customers and program management staff, make related presentations, and may assist in the document security classification process.\nPlans, coordinates and leads efforts of a small team to complete a project.\nResponsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating practices and procedures.\nAdditional Functions: Other duties as assigned or required.\n\nWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.\n\nJob Qualifications\nTypically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of an associate's degree in a related discipline and three or more years progressive experience in a technical field. May substitute equivalent professional experience in lieu of education/training.\nMust demonstrate an excellent technical understanding of military or commercial systems, and technical writing/editing principles, theories and concepts as well as have knowledge of the development of technical manuals and documentation.\nMust have knowledge of computer-based tools in the production of technical documentation.\nMust possess:\nthe ability to grasp new concepts quickly\nthe ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information\ngood organization skills\nthe ability to identify issues and recognize deviations from accepted practices and processes\nbasic analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document and report\nknowledge of computer operations and applications\nAbility to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.\nAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.\nJob Category\nProduct Support\nExperience Level\nMid-Level (3-7 years)\nWorkstyle\nHybrid\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n56,820\nPay Range High\n96,015\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nNo\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret\nSearch Jobs at | General Atomics and Affiliated Companies","company":"General Atomics","rawCompany":"general atomics","city":"Poway","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-30T11:24:45.005Z","occupations":[{"code":"27-3042.00","title":"Technical Writers","slug":"technical-writers"},{"code":"27-3043.00","title":"Writers and Authors","slug":"writers-and-authors"},{"code":"27-3041.00","title":"Editors","slug":"editors"}],"industries":[{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"334513","title":"Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables","slug":"instruments-and-related-products-manufacturing-for-measuring-displaying-and-controlling-industrial-process-variables"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Technical Writer/Editor","description":"General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. 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Ensures final materials clearly and effectively communicate the technical information and data to appropriate audiences; ensures documents are developed in accordance with the requested specifications; and collects and accumulates appropriate technical information through researching and analyzing technical data and publications, test plans, design specifications/documentation, software description documents, engineering documents and by interviewing technical experts.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nResearches, documents and develops detailed operator, maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, checklists, technical specifications, alert bulletins, training materials and other procedures and reports.\nCollects and accumulates appropriate technical information through researching and analyzing technical data and publications, engineering drawings, test procedures, design specifications/documentation, software description documents, engineering documents and by interviewing technical experts.\nEnsures documents are developed in accordance with the requested specifications and contractual requirements, including development of any necessary illustrations, photographs, or other graphic representations.\nEnsures final materials clearly and effectively communicate the technical information and data.\nCoordinates technical document reviews and approval signatures, which may include appropriate security classification prior to document distribution.\nMay participate in recommending new and/or modifications to documentation/communication policies and procedures.\nMay present document(s) to customers and program management staff, make related presentations, and may assist in the document security classification process.\nPlans, coordinates and leads efforts of a small team to complete a project.\nResponsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating practices and procedures.\nAdditional Functions: Other duties as assigned or required.\n\nWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.\n\nJob Qualifications\nTypically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of an associate's degree in a related discipline and three or more years progressive experience in a technical field. May substitute equivalent professional experience in lieu of education/training.\nMust demonstrate an excellent technical understanding of military or commercial systems, and technical writing/editing principles, theories and concepts as well as have knowledge of the development of technical manuals and documentation.\nMust have knowledge of computer-based tools in the production of technical documentation.\nMust possess:\nthe ability to grasp new concepts quickly\nthe ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information\ngood organization skills\nthe ability to identify issues and recognize deviations from accepted practices and processes\nbasic analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document and report\nknowledge of computer operations and applications\nAbility to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.\nAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.\nJob Category\nProduct Support\nExperience Level\nMid-Level (3-7 years)\nWorkstyle\nHybrid\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n56,820\nPay Range High\n96,015\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nNo\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret\nSearch Jobs at | General Atomics and Affiliated Companies","datePosted":"2026-07-30T11:24:45.005Z","dateModified":"2026-07-30T11:24:45.005Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"General Atomics","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Poway","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"eeeb4ac74bf656381b844063"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/eeeb4ac74bf656381b844063"}}