Top 26 Technical writer Jobs in San Diego Ca

Technical Writer
Tactical Engineering & Analysis —San Diego, CA
- $100,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
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Technical Writer I
Saalex —San Diego, CA
- $60,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Technical Writer
Acenda —San Diego, CA
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Communication skills
Technical Writer
PEOPLE TECHNOLOGY AND PROCESSES LLC —Coronado, CA
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
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Technical Writer
The Copper River Family of Companies —Chula Vista, CA
- $71,000 - $124,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Technical Writer (US Citizen) – San Diego, CA – 4137
Altimeter Solutions —San Diego, CA
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Research
UAV Systems Specialist - Writer
General Atomics —Poway, CA
- $81,080 - $141,650 a year
- Extended hours
- Military
- Computer literacy
- Research
- Relocation assistance
8d
Senior Software Technical Writer
SAIC —San Diego, CA
- $80,001 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 6 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
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Technical Writer
Lyntris —San Diego, CA
- $78,000 - $98,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Technical Typist
Orbis, Inc. —San Diego, CA
- $38,000 - $46,000 a year
- Microsoft Access
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
Technical Writer
Booz Allen Hamilton —San Diego, CA
- $55,300 - $126,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
UAV Systems Specialist
General Atomics —San Diego, CA
- $81,080 - $141,650 a year
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- SharePoint
- Senior level
- Relocation assistance
8d
Sr. Technical Writer
The Copper River Family of Companies —Chula Vista, CA
- $82,000 - $141,000 a year
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- SharePoint
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Senior Technical Writer/Editor
SAIC —San Diego, CA
- $80,001 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 6 years
- Computer Science
- Bachelor's degree
5d
Product Control Specialist
General Atomics —Poway, CA
- $98,100 - $171,398 a year
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Relocation assistance
8d
Technical Editor (Secret)
CPMC LLC —San Diego, CA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
Electronic Technical Writer/Configuration
Our Electronics Segment —San Diego, CA
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
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Staff Writer - Admin Team Site Lead
Kros-Wise —San Diego, CA
- $32 - $37 an hour
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Office
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Technical Writer II (Depot)
Centurum —San Diego, CA
- $40.70 - $48.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- English
- Research
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Technical Publications Editor| Active Secret Clearance Required
Loch Harbour Group, Inc. —San Diego, CA
- $60,000 - $94,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Technical Writer

Tactical Engineering & Analysis -
San Diego, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$100,000 - $125,000 a year
14 days ago

Qualifications

Technical editing
Project team coordination
Version control
Process flow diagrams
Basic graphic design principles
Network documentation
Content creation for technical audiences
Illustration
Bachelor's degree in communications
TS/SCI
Efficiency improvement
System architecture
Visio
Graphic design illustration
Training material drafting
Research
Schedule management
Collaboration with product development teams
Bachelor's degree in English
Bachelor's degree
Continuous improvement
Confluence
Publication graphic design
Requirements analysis
Schematic diagram drawing
Software documentation
Leading team collaboration initiatives
SharePoint
Adobe FrameMaker
Scope management

Full Job Description

Technical Writer plays a critical role in supporting DoD contracts and Joint Fires Network (JFN) and is responsible for developing, writing, and maintaining a wide range of high-quality technical documentation, including user manuals, system specifications, integration guides, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). A key part of their role is to create and enhance compelling PowerPoint presentations for technical reviews and stakeholder briefings, as well as to design and update precise technical diagrams, system architecture graphics, and network topologies. The Technical Writer collaborates closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), including engineers and technicians, to translate complex concepts into clear, accessible content while managing the entire documentation lifecycle from draft to final publication.

CORE FUNCTIONS / JOB DUITES

Independently handle the following day-to-day tasks with minimum supervision:

Manage the entire documentation lifecycle from initial draft to final publication, including review and revision cycles.

Collaborate with subject matter experts, interpreting technical data, and ensuring clarity, accuracy, and usability of documentation for a wide range of audiences.

Deliver high-impact documentation, influence cross-functional teams, and contribute to the continuous improvement of documentation standards and practices within the organization.

Lead documentation projects or initiatives of moderate to advanced complexity.

Conduct customer needs analysis, define documentation scope, and plan projects of advanced complexity, including scheduling and coordination with cross-functional teams.

Lead or contribute significantly to the project, organization, composition, and editing of technical and administrative documents, ensuring adherence to standards and regulations.

Help define and enforce documentation standards and templates to ensure a uniform look and feel across all program deliverables.

Research, analyze, design, develop, and implement technical writing projects, gathering and synthesizing information from engineering drawings, technical data, SMEs, and other sources.

Prepare and maintain a variety of documentation, including user guides, manuals, operating procedures, reports, training materials, and online content for print, web, and multimedia environments.

Review and test documents for technical accuracy, clarity, and usability; recommend and implement revisions as needed to ensure clarity, consistency, and adherence to style guides.

Coordinate layout, design, and visual elements such as technical documents, system architecture graphics, network topologies, schematics, flowcharts, graphics, and photographs to enhance documentation.

Work directly with product, engineering, UX, and operations teams to proactively gather input and ensure documentation meets project and user needs.

Participate in cross-functional groups, contributing to information architecture and documentation improvements across areas of ownership.

Research and evaluate new documentation tools, methods, and best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness of technical writing processes.

Organize and maintain the program's technical documentation library, ensuring all documents are current, version-controlled, and readily accessible.

Create, design, and enhance compelling and professional PowerPoint presentations for technical design reviews, program milestones, and stakeholder briefings.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Possesses experience and a deep understanding of the following:

Technical writing, preferably within a technology, software development, or defense contracting environment

Written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and a talent for explaining complex topics simply

Documentation tools such as MS Office Suite especially Word and PowerPoint, Adobe FrameMaker, Visio and similar diagramming tools, and online publishing platforms

Interpret and synthesize complex technical information for diverse audiences

Leading or coordinating multiple documentation projects or initiatives simultaneously, individually or within a team environment.

Demonstrated expertise in creating professional diagrams and illustrations with tools such as Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, or Draw.io

Graphic design principles and multimedia content creation

Familiarity with document management systems like SharePoint or Confluence is a plus

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or a relevant field

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

General office environment

Computer/Equipment lab

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs

Frequent use of keyboard and typing

Frequent sitting and standing

WORK SCHEDULE

9/80

The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements.

PAY RANGE

$100,000.00 to $125,000.00 annually, DOE

U.S. Citizenship is Required

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required.

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer

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