Operational / Technical Documentation Specialist
JRC Careers
| Company | JRC Careers |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Dahlgren |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Mid |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 8 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
Who We Are ( video )
At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.
🚀 Join JRC's SE&I team!
We are seeking an experienced Operational / Technical Documentation Specialist to develop, maintain, and support mission-critical operational and technical documentation for Strategic Weapons Systems (SWS), submarine weapon systems, and other strategic combat platforms. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience creating complex technical documentation, translating engineering and business requirements into clear user guidance, and supporting documentation efforts for strategic, combat, and weapons systems. This role requires expertise in documentation development, Microsoft Office applications, and an in-depth understanding of U.S. Navy strategic weapons operations, procedures, and fleet documentation.
💼 What You'll Do
Develop, edit, maintain, and update operational, technical, and user documentation supporting strategic, combat, and weapon systems.
Prepare documentation related to programming, systems operation, maintenance, and end-user support.
Translate engineering, business, and system specifications into accurate and user-friendly technical documentation.
Plan, organize, and manage documentation development efforts throughout the system lifecycle.
Create and maintain operational procedures, standard maintenance procedures, casualty procedures, corrective maintenance procedures, and associated technical reference materials.
Ensure documentation accuracy, consistency, configuration control, and compliance with applicable military and organizational standards.
Support documentation for targeting, operational, training, maintenance, and system readiness activities.
Collaborate with engineers, program managers, fleet personnel, and subject matter experts to capture technical information and develop comprehensive documentation.
Utilize Microsoft Office applications—including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Project—to develop complex reports, manuals, procedures, presentations, and documentation packages.
Maintain documentation repositories and ensure timely updates to reflect engineering changes and operational requirements.
🧠 What You Bring to the Table
Bachelor's degree (BS or BA) from an accredited college or university in a technical, engineering, scientific, or related discipline; OR
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in operational/technical documentation functions and applications (minimum 4–5 years depending on experience level); OR
U.S. Navy operational experience at the E4 level or higher (Journeyman) or E7 level or higher (Senior).
Active Secret clearance or has held a Secret Clearance or higher in the last two years.
Demonstrated expertise preparing, maintaining, and managing:
Technical documentation
Systems operation documentation
User documentation
Programming documentation
User support documentation
Operational procedures and maintenance documentation
Strong ability to translate technical and business specifications into clear operational and user documentation.
Comprehensive knowledge of standard technical writing principles, documentation practices, and documentation lifecycle management.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience developing, maintaining, or utilizing:
SSBN Operating Procedures
Standard Maintenance Procedures
Casualty Procedures
Corrective Maintenance Proc
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