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Technical Writer/Editor (Navy/DoD)

THOR Solutions
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, San Diego
1620 Fifth Avenue (Show on map)
Aug 21, 2025
THOR Solutions is actively seeking a Technical Writer/Editor to support the US Navy Ship Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Readiness and Effectiveness Measuring (SHAREM) and Mine Warfare Readiness and Effectiveness Measuring (MIREM) at Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) in San Diego, CA. This position is associated with an upcoming contract that THOR is pursuing, with an estimated award/work start late 2025. We are conducting preliminary, "contingent" hiring for roles associated with this contract. The work start is dependent upon THOR being awarded this contract. Typical Responsibilities: Prepares and edits documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to established guidelines. Coordinate with warfighting subject matter experts to improve the quality of tactical and technical information related to Naval operations and equipment. Maintains the highest tactical, technical and literary quality of finished products and ensures compliance with Federal laws and regulations as well as Department of Defense directives governing national security and publication of printed matter Ensures documents conform to the Style Guide and Government Printing Office (GPO) Style Manual, which provide standard writing guidance and format May be required to modify existing documents to meet specific program needs May be tasked to collaborate on presentations or use information contained therein to supplement other documents Location: Onsite at Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) in San Diego, CA. Travel Requirements: Up to 10% travel is anticipated. Typical Physical Activity: Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. Periodic visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: repetitive motion, traversing shipboard environments (e.g., confined spaces, ladders, hatches), speaking or vision. Typical Pay Range:The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $71,250 - $99,750/year. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience. Existing Security Clearance Required: This position requires a DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate must already possess an active or interim security clearance. A candidate with especially strong, relevant experience but no active security clearance may still be considered, but work start would be dependent upon a new Secret clearance being awarded. Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Bachelor's Degree in relevant field. At least four (4) years of U.S. Navy experience as military, civil service, or contractor. Eight (8) years of technical writing experience using the Microsoft Office suite of tools in the primary performance of duties Capability for preparation of briefings, reports, and correspondence that are technically correct. Proficient with common productivity software, including the Microsoft Office suite. Excellent communication skills. Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Paid Time Off (accrued) Paid Holidays 401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options Medical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental Coverage Dental Insurance (2 plan options) Vision Insurance Plan Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Commuter/Transit Benefits Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Pet Benefits Legal Resources ID Theft Benefits Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program Voluntary Leave Transfer Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Referral Program Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran's Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation's most complex military, public sector and industry challenges. THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.