Shield AI · 2 weeks ago
Senior Technical Writer (R3810)
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $105K/yr
2+ years expShield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. They are seeking a Senior Technical Writer to create and improve technical publications for aircraft and ground support equipment, ensuring clarity and accuracy in documentation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Demonstrate a strong understanding of military terminology, specifications, and standards to accurately convey technical information in a clear and concise manner
Work closely with engineering and development teams to gather information and create technical content, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Research technical information through engineering drawings, design specifications, and work instructions
Ensure documents are developed in accordance with the requested specifications and requirements
Ensure consistency in language, style, and formatting across all technical documentation to maintain a unified and professional presentation
Efficiently review drafts for accuracy and clarity
Conduct thorough quality assurance checks to identify and address any errors, inconsistencies, or discrepancies in technical documents
Coordinate printing and distribution of physical publications
Fulfill other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
2–5 years of technical writing experience
A Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Communication, Journalism, Engineering, or related field
Excellent writing and editing skills
Experience working with technical or flight manuals
The ability to apply common sense and logic to unfamiliar concepts
Self-sufficient work ethic
Comfortability delivering on tight timelines
Eye for consistency and detail, especially across a documentation set
Ability to recognize relevant and missing information
Ability to write clearly and concisely while conforming to appropriate style guides
Ability to maintain and improve existing documentation
Preferred
Experience writing and editing using Microsoft Word, Adobe FrameMaker, and Confluence
Strong understanding of military terminology, specifications, and standards
Project management skills
Experience with computer-aided design (CAD)
Benefits
Bonus
Benefits
Equity
Temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Company
Shield AI
Shield AI is a deep-tech company that focuses on developing AI-powered systems to enhance the safety of service members and civilians.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.31BKey Investors
Hercules CapitalUS Innovative Technology FundSnowpoint Ventures
2025-03-06Series F· $240M
2023-12-29Debt Financing· $200M
2023-10-31Series F· $300M
Leadership Team
Gary Steele
Chief Executive Officer
Brandon Tseng
Co-Founder
Recent News
Washington Technology
2026-01-11
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