Technical Writer Supervisor (Contingent)

CenturumPort Hueneme, CA

$87,360 - $124,800 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Compensation

$87,360-$124,800/year

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

The Supervisory Technical Writer leads a team of technical writers responsible for producing and maintaining high-quality documentation in support of Navy systems. This role ensures compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) standards and oversees the development of technical manuals, training materials, and logistics documentation.Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and mentor a team of technical writers and editors.
Coordinate documentation activities across multiple Navy systems and projects.
Ensure all documentation complies with DoD, NAVWAR, and Navy standards (e.g., MIL-STD-38784, S1000D).
Collaborate with engineers, program managers, and subject matter experts to gather and verify technical content.
Review and approve technical manuals, SOPs, IETMs, and training materials.
Manage schedules, workloads, and quality control for the documentation team.
Provide guidance on formatting, grammar, and clarity to ensure consistency and readability.
Support audits, inspections, and configuration management processes related to documentation.

Required Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship
Active Secret Clearance
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or related field
5+ years of experience in technical writing, including 2+ years in a supervisory or lead role
Strong knowledge of DoD documentation standards and Navy logistics systems
Proficiency in technical authoring tools (e.g., Adobe FrameMaker, XML editors, Microsoft Office)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Navy Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and documentation
Familiarity with S1000D, IETM development, and content management systems
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills

Compensation$87,360 - $124,800 per year

Compensation for positions at Centurum varies depending on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, location, responsibilities, skill set, and level of experience.

EOE M/F/Disability/VeteranLCAT: TECHNICAL WRITER, SUPERVISORYWhen responding to this posting please reference job #SD26-20, Technical Writer Supervisor

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits enrollment from their date of hire:

Health Insurance - Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost-sharing basis.
Dental Insurance - Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent.
Basic Life Insurance - Company provided benefit for all full-time employees.
Supplemental Life Insurance - Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates.
Dependant Life Insurance - Optional coverage for dependents at a group rate.
Long Term Disability Insurance - Optional coverage available to employees at group rates.
Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave accrual is determined by length of service.
Holidays - The company observes ten paid holidays each year.
Retirement 401(k) Plan - Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi-weekly match and a year-end profit sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan.

Centurum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by U.S. law. Centurum makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

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This job at Centurum is located in Port Hueneme, CA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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Candidates can expect a pay range of $87,360 and $124,800 per year.

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Centurum lists this role as a Full-time position.

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Centurum is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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