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Lead Technical Writer

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Mojave, CA
120K-155K Annually
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In-Office
Mojave, CA
120K-155K Annually
Junior
Create, maintain, and configuration-manage technical and operational documentation, build templates and enterprise document/knowledge-management tools, ensure ITAR compliance, train staff, evaluate/documentation tools, and support other writers to standardize documentation across the company.
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Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Create and/or support the creation of technical, engineering or operational manuals, maintenance documentation, system description documents, procedures, training documents and reports through collaboration with subject matter experts.
  • Maintain, update, and configuration manage documentation
  • Build templates and automated processes to allow users to easily comply with document standards
  • Build enterprise-wide tools and processes for document and knowledge management, consistent with industry best practices.
  • Evaluate and recommend tools for implementation in support of document management across the company.
  • Ensure compliance with ITAR and other regulations in document marking, storage and distribution.
  • Train company personnel in the use of relevant tools, systems and processes.
  • Help other writers in creating suitable company documentation.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to learn to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made by Stratolaunch to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

REQUIRED

  • 2+ years experience working with documentation publishing and/or management software
  • Excellent organization and multi-tasking skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work on their own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals

 

PREFERRED

  • Experience producing technical documents in the aerospace industry.
  • 5+ years experience building technical libraries
  • 2+ years experience working with or creating S1000D compliant documents and systems.
  • 2+ years experience working with or creating hypertext internal documentation processes.
  • Experience with JIRA and/or SharePoint[AC1] [MB2] [AC3] 

 

REQUIRED COMPUTER SKILLS

  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio)
  • Professional document creation and management tools

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, science or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience relevant to the role.

 

Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable

  • Travel estimated to be less than 5%
  • Position is based in Mojave, CA.  Willing to discuss hybrid options.

 

Benefits and our location:

  • Relocation eligible to local area – Mojave, CA
  • 9/80 schedule
  • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
  • 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan up to the IRS annual limit
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • $120,000 - $155,000

 

 

Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis. We consider several factors to ensure a competitive offer, including your location, educational background, and a comprehensive assessment of the skills and experience demonstrated during your interviews.
Benefits and our location(s)

  • 9/80 schedule
  • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
  • 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
  • Tuition reimbursement

This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.

Mojave Air & Spaceport is located just outside of Lancaster/Palmdale and is only 95 miles north of Los Angeles.  The area offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California's best attractions and landmarks.  

Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers. 

Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke’s in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.


Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.  For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.


Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law :

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

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