Technical Writer Jobs in Decatur, AL (NOW HIRING)

Job ID: 732299BR Date posted: Jun. 17, 2026
Description:What We're Doing
Become a part of something IMPACT-ful! Ground Missile Defense (GMD) is the heart of the Missile Defense System and a key element of our nation's defense against ballistic missile attacks.
The GMD Weapon System (GWS) processes data from multiple sensors to identify and characterize the inbound ballistic missile threat, plans the best defensive solution, and launches the intercepting missiles to negate the threat.
The Work
The Technical Writer responsibilities include writing, rewriting and/or editing technical and programmatic documents, technical procedure manuals, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively.
General activities:
• Writing, rewriting and/or editing documents such as technical reports and technical key proposal artifacts.
• Ensuring documents are written using correct applicable templates, properly formatting text, and ensuring proper use of punctuation and grammar.
• Updating existing templates as required; overseeing the preparation of illustrative materials, and selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts.
• Conducting quality reviews of materials.
• Attending technical and other review boards.
• Interviewing product developers.
• Observing performance of production methods.
• Referencing technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals.
Who We Are
Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Huntsville AL is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Why Join Us
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here!
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Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 5 years of applicable experience. 3 years applicable
experience with a Master's degree. 7 years of additional experience may be considered in lieu
of a Bachelor's degree.
• Must have MIL STD 40051 experience.
• Experience with XML, Arbor text and/or SGML.
• Possess the skill and ability to perform complex tasks with minimal supervision.
• Experience with understanding complex engineering drawings, specifications, and system description
documents.
• Experience with facilitating/supporting review boards.
• Effective time management skills and ability to multi-task.
• Experience with creating, editing, and revising moderately complex technical documents, such as:
Operating manuals, user guides, checklists, training materials, installation guides, and
functional specifications.
• Experience proofreading and ensure compliance with program-specific or DoD documentation
standards and formatting requirements.
• Active DOD Security Clearance.
Desired Skills:
• Ability to stand up a Release Library and experience verifying that changes identified during board reviews are incorporated into documents and the Release Library.
• Possess an understanding of and ability to apply military technical order principles, concepts,
practices, and standards.
• Have existing knowledge of military aircraft technical order editing/writing processes.
• Familiarity with technical manuals and standards specific to Integrated Product Support
(IPS) or other logistics documentation (e.g., Maintenance Work Instructions, Technical
Orders).
• S1000D or other Structured Document specifications.
• Capable of producing clear, concise, and well-organized documentation while adhering to approved style guides and quality control processes.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Miscellaneous Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First