What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Technical Writer position at The Lockwood Group?
The Lockwood Group
The Lockwood Group is a Global Professional Services Provider established with a purpose to deliver Mission Readiness service and solution to the Department of Defense and Federal Government. Our culture is built upon a Mission Readiness vision and our six core values. We believe in customer centric service delivery with intent to uncover, understand, and solve the underlying problems of the true end customers for our services – the military (the soldier, airman, seaman and Marine) and federal service professionals.
Take the first step to "Mission Readiness" by viewing our Mission Readiness Capability video which articulates our Core Purpose: The Lockwood Group Launches Mission-Ready Capabilities Video
Job Summary
The Lockwood Group is currently looking for a Logistics Technical Writer to support the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Armaments Center. The individual will develop, update, and manage technical publications and illustrations for military systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in technical documentation, logistics support, and working within Department of Defense (DoD) standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lockwood Credo, Core Values and Culture
The Lockwood mission is to create an organization focused on service. We serve – each other, the soldier, our customers, our employees, our partners, our vendors, and our community. Service is at the center of our Core Values and Culture.
Our customers come first. Being responsive, professional and reliable is why we are hired. We aim to deliver on all promises, exceeding customer expectations and making certain all business decisions are made with the customer in mind.
Our employees are the face of our service. They are at the front lines working with our customers daily, and it is Lockwood’s duty to serve our employees. This means designing a culture centered around core values that inspire, retain and grow the best talent.
Our partners are fuel for our engine. Our great vendors, consultants and teaming partners combine to fuel Lockwood, ensuring we successfully deliver always. We work alongside our partners as one cohesive team.
Service to the community is important to us. We seek to volunteer, engage and support our communities through investment of time and resources.
This service mindset is what inspired company founders to embark on the journey to deliver on the promise to Lead the Way to Mission Readiness for all people we serve.
The following 6 Core Values are the foundation by which we serve:
The Lockwood Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. The Lockwood Group will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant laws.
The Lockwood Group is a Global Professional Services Provider established with a purpose to deliver Mission Readiness service and solution to the Department of Defense and Federal Government. Our culture is built upon a Mission Readiness vision and our six core values. We believe in customer centric service delivery with intent to uncover, understand, and solve the underlying problems of the true end customers for our services – the military (the soldier, airman, seaman and Marine) and federal service professionals.
Take the first step to "Mission Readiness" by viewing our Mission Readiness Capability video which articulates our Core Purpose: The Lockwood Group Launches Mission-Ready Capabilities Video
Job Summary
The Lockwood Group is currently looking for a Logistics Technical Writer to support the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Armaments Center. The individual will develop, update, and manage technical publications and illustrations for military systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in technical documentation, logistics support, and working within Department of Defense (DoD) standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, write, edit, and maintain technical manuals, maintenance instructions, and other logistics publications in accordance with MIL-STD-40051, MIL-STD-2361, S1000D, and other applicable military standards.
- Work closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), engineers, and logisticians to translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation.
- Create and revise technical illustrations, schematics, and diagrams using software such as AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, and Creo Illustrate.
- Ensure compliance with DoD and Army logistics and sustainment policies, including Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP), and Logistics Product Data (LPD) requirements.
- Conduct technical reviews and validation/verification of documentation with maintenance personnel, operators, and engineering teams.
- Develop Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) and ensure compatibility with military electronic publication systems.
- Manage document configuration, version control, and distribution of technical publications through government-approved repositories.
- Provide support for training materials, field service guides, and other logistics-related documentation as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in military technical writing, logistics documentation, or technical publications.
- Proficiency in XML/SGML authoring tools such as Arbortext, FrameMaker, or similar software.
- Strong understanding of military logistics, maintenance procedures, and sustainment engineering.
- Experience with technical illustration tools and ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
- Familiarity with Army and DoD logistics systems such as Logistics Modernization Program (LMP), Global Combat Support System – Army (GCSS-Army), and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- Experience with S1000D technical publication development.
- Prior work with U.S. Army Technical Manuals (TMs) and Interactive Authoring and Display Software (IADS).
- Knowledge of Army Materiel Command (AMC) and DEVCOM policies and procedures.
- 75k to 100k
Lockwood Credo, Core Values and Culture
The Lockwood mission is to create an organization focused on service. We serve – each other, the soldier, our customers, our employees, our partners, our vendors, and our community. Service is at the center of our Core Values and Culture.
Our customers come first. Being responsive, professional and reliable is why we are hired. We aim to deliver on all promises, exceeding customer expectations and making certain all business decisions are made with the customer in mind.
Our employees are the face of our service. They are at the front lines working with our customers daily, and it is Lockwood’s duty to serve our employees. This means designing a culture centered around core values that inspire, retain and grow the best talent.
Our partners are fuel for our engine. Our great vendors, consultants and teaming partners combine to fuel Lockwood, ensuring we successfully deliver always. We work alongside our partners as one cohesive team.
Service to the community is important to us. We seek to volunteer, engage and support our communities through investment of time and resources.
This service mindset is what inspired company founders to embark on the journey to deliver on the promise to Lead the Way to Mission Readiness for all people we serve.
The following 6 Core Values are the foundation by which we serve:
- Ethics and Integrity
- Customer Commitment
- Team and Family Environment
- Service
- Leadership
- Positivity
The Lockwood Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. The Lockwood Group will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant laws.
