Part-Time Technical Writer at HII - Remote US Defense — Columbus

Requisition Number: 29693

Required Travel: 0 – 10%

Employment Type: Part Time / Hourly / Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $69,943.00 – $85,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid HI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

Job Description

The Technical Writer provides high-quality written communication products that support senior leaders, operational planning teams, and strategic initiatives. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, the ability to synthesize complex information, and strong collaboration with subject matter experts across multiple organizational functions.

This is an hourly, part-time position, and work hours will be assigned based on organizational needs.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Develop high-level talking points for senior leader engagements.
• Draft, edit, and refine communication products such as briefings, slides, and strategic messaging for internal and external audiences.
• Prepare written materials including Congressional testimony, policy questions, and formal responses related to mission priorities.
• Provide editorial support to strategic and operational planning documents.
• Produce recurring updates and summaries for senior leadership on team accomplishments and emerging issues.
• Support Congressional engagement efforts through talking points, messaging documents, visual products, legislative proposals, and revisions to annual posture materials.
• Deliver rapid-turn, high-quality written products in response to senior leader requests.
• Coordinate input from multiple stakeholders to ensure accuracy and alignment across communication products.
• Contribute to the development of strategic priorities, policy papers, and communication strategies.
• Assist with planning team communication needs, public affairs efforts, and information operations working groups.
• Maintain and apply subject-matter understanding related to counternarcotics, strategic competition, and other organizational focus areas.
• Ensure all written materials adhere to organizational standards and reflect senior leader intent.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's in a related field; 4 years relevant experience with a Master's in a related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience preparing speeches, talking points, testimony, and other high-level written products for senior leaders.
• Strong ability to synthesize complex information from diverse sources.
• Proven skill in editing and coordinating input across large organizations.
• Experience supporting strategic communication, operational planning, or policy development.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Ability to produce quick-turn, accurate, and polished communication materials under pressure.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with Microsoft Office products and collaboration platforms.
• Familiarity with strategic communication, interagency coordination, and senior leader support.
• Background in national security, military operations, policy writing, or related domains.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution – by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

HII is more than a job – it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.