Technical Writer – Charleston, SC

Technical Writer – Charleston, SC
Cambridge International Systems, Inc.
Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment, integrity, and perseverance. At Cambridge, you’ll work alongside top talent worldwide, tackling some of today’s most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.
We are currently seeking a Technical Writer to support operations in Charleston, SC. This is a full-time, CONUS position. 
What You’ll Do
As a Technical Writer, you will play a critical role creating, editing, and maintaining high-quality documentation that supports the installation, operation, maintenance, and understanding of our products, services, and processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and concisely to a variety of audiences, including engineers, technicians, and end users that serve the Cambridge corporate office.  You will:

• Writes and updates material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Acquires assignments from supervisor.
• Studies production, developmental, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail.
• Interviews production and engineering personnel and reads journals, reports, and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods.
• Reviews manufacturers’ and trade catalogs, drawings, and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service.
• Studies blueprints, flowcharts, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mock ups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail.
• Organizes material and completes writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
• Reviews published materials and recommends revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction and binding.
• May maintain records and files of work and revisions.
• May select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material.
• May assist in laying out material for publication.
• May arrange for typing, duplication, and distribution of material.

What You’ll Bring
Required Qualifications:

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or Technical Writing and 3 years of experience creating, editing, and reviewing technical documentation, procedures and guidelines for C4ISR or similar systems or equipment.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position.
  • Three (3) years of experience creating, editing, and reviewing technical documentation, procedures and guidelines for C4ISR or similar systems or equipment.
• Certifications:
• Proficient with modern IT tools and infrastructure technologies

Work Environment

• Compliance with vaccination and medical requirements for TDY/OCONUS roles as per Vaccine Recommendations by AOR | Health.mil.

Office setting:

• Primarily an office-based role in Charleston, SC
• Standard desk/computer work with flexibility for walking and movement on site
• Must be able to work in an office environment, sitting at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday.
• Work is physically comfortable; the employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.
• May be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site. 

Background & Security

• Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation
• Drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance

Benefits & Perks
We believe in investing in our team—both professionally and personally:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance
• 401(k) immediate vesting and match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Generous tuition & training support
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on and performance-based bonuses
• Employee referral program
• Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more

Join Us
If you're driven by mission, technology, and teamwork—we want to hear from you. Cambridge is growing, and this position is just one of many opportunities on our global team. Know someone perfect for the role? Referrals are welcome—both employees and non-employees may qualify for a bonus.
Apply today and help shape the future of secure cloud computing for national security.
About Cambridge International Systems
At Cambridge, we recognize innovation and agility grow through teamwork. By working collaboratively, listening proactively, and engaging across functions we create solutions that build on the best ideas our employees bring to the table. We are committed to one another, to persevere in order to get the job done, and to do so with integrity every time. Learn more at www.cbridgeinc.com.  

We are an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job-related.  We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment.  Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification. 

We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal, state, and local law.  If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact our Recruiting Team at [email protected].