Lead, Technical Writer

Company: L3Harris Technologies
Location: Waco
Posted on: March 12, 2026

Job Description:

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title: Lead, Technical Writing Job Code: 33372 Job Location: Waco, TX (On-Site) Job Schedule: 1st Shift 9/80 Job Description: The Senior Specialist, Technical Writer will be responsible for gathering, composing, and editing technical information to prepare flight manuals, maintenance manuals, and other technical documentation for our warfighters. The Technical Publications team is a group of professionals committed to providing quality and timely publication deliverables for commercial and government projects in a dynamic environment. Essential Functions: Communicate with contacts inside and outside of own department to explain and interpret operational processes, practices, and procedures. Collaborate with engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to gather information and understand technical specifications and requirements. Compile and structure researched technical information for development of documentation. Including understanding engineering principles, reading schematics and/or wiring diagrams. Authoring/Generating content for illustrated parts catalogs/maintenance manuals/flight operation/mission systems/Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) documents, in an Unstructured/Structured FrameMaker environment or other authoring software for commercial and/or Air Force, Army, or Navy programs. Translate complex technical concepts into clear and accessible documentation that is easy for end-users to understand. Ensure that all documentation adheres to industry standards and best practices, as well as relevant DoD and FAA regulations and guidelines (including ATA100, ATA iSpec 2200, MIL-PRF-38807C, Mil-STD-2361C, MIL-STD-37874, etc.). Work closely with the management team to stay updated on project budgets, timelines, milestones, and deliverables. May manage projects or processes with general supervision. Recommends enhancements to systems and processes. Works to achieve operational targets for specific programs and projects with moderate impact on departmental results. Proficiency in using Adobe Acrobat, FrameMaker and Microsoft Office. Strong working knowledge of ATA100, ATA iSpec 2200, MIL-PRF-38807C, MIL-STD-2361C and MIL-STD-37874. S1000D. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. A proactive and self-motivated approach to work, with the ability to work independently and take initiative. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with nine (9) years of prior technical writing experience. Graduate Degree with seven (7) years of prior technical writing experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of thirteen (13) years of prior technical writing experience in an Aerospace-driven environment or within the defense industry . Demonstrated writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively. Must have Active Secret Clearance at the time of hire. Preferred Additional Skills: End User experience in the Military/DoD industry. LI-AM2 L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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