Senior Technical Writer/Publications Lead Onsite

Date Posted:

2026-05-28



Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-WOBURN-WB2 ~ 225 Presidential Way ~ GODDARD BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

As the Strategic Extended Threat Shield (SETS) Technical Manual (TM) lead, you’ll provide guidance for the development of all aspects of the UAE THAAD M&S TMs. In this role, you’ll lead a team of writers and illustrators in the development of operational and maintenance manuals of the LTAMDS Air Defense System.
 

What You Will Do:

• Provide Technical proficiency to the customer and program leadership.
• Participate in peer reviews for updates for SETS hardware and software engineering modernization.
• Generate TM portion of Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) with required tasks, milestones, and dependencies. Monitor IMS.
• Create and update monthly status reports and briefings.
• Coordinate / support all Safety and Engineering Peer Reviews of TMs.
• Coordinate / support all Validation requirements and events.
• Support / attend Customer / Contractor Reviews.
• Conduct quality review of materials.
• Travel is required and estimated at approximately 20% domestic
• This position is designated as ONSITE, and is based at Raytheon’s Woburn, MA location.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience creating/editing written technical or non-technical documentation in a military and/or civilian environment.
• Experience with MIL Standard 40051 and/or S1000D.
   

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with the Eagle Publishing System, or similar publishing systems.
• Agile mindset with the ability to pivot when circumstances change, or direction is set.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to effectively design and implement TM programs. 
• Developing and implementing TM plans that align with business goals requires strategic thinking.
• Managing the entire TM process, from design to evaluation, requires strong project management skills.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligibility– Relocation assistance available

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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