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Technical Writer
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Technical Writer on the JP9347 ILS team at Raytheon Australia, authoring and managing technical publications for defence electronic, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
About this role
Date Posted:
2026-08-11

Country:
Australia

Location:
AU-QLD-CANNON HILL-101 ~ 101 Southgate Ave ~ SOUTHGATE

Position Role Type:
HybridSupport Australia’s Defence mission
Connect with diverse teams to solve real world problems
Gain hands-on experience from concept to delivery · Learn from the best in a high calibre team with great benefits and professional development
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Technical Writer to join Raytheon Australia's JP9347 program team. Accountable to the ILS Manager, the Technical Writer is a member of the ILS Team responsible for the design and development of the JIC System Support.
The successful candidate must have evolved writing skills with the ability to write and re-write technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, software manuals, and operational specifications. Experience with S1000D is preferable.
The Role:
- Work as part of a dedicated acquisition program team to deliver a new capability to the ADF
- Position based in Raytheon Australis Brisbane facility
- Author system, operator and maintenance technical publications for electronic, electrical, mechanical, and other equipment
- Assist with managing technical publications data
- Assist with management and review of subcontractor and supplier technical publications
- Assist with technical illustrations for publications
- Ensure publications for their conformance to standards and specifications including S1000D.
The Person:
- Technical trade experience or demonstrated experience in a technical publications discipline
- Desirable to have experience in authoring / technical publications development in a Defence or Engineering related field
- Desirable to have knowledge of Defence related publication standards, including ADF technical publications
- Strong attention to detail and demonstrated problem solving skill
- Ability to build trusted working relationships
- Ability to work autonomously, managing own time and tasking
- Experience with S1000D Technical Publication Management System
Successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Eligibility can be found at https://www.agsva.gov.au/applicants/eligibility-suitability
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