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Technical Writer

Viasat, Inc.Carlsbad, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 5 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This mid-senior Technical Writer role at Viasat offers a competitive salary range and the opportunity to create impactful documentation for cutting-edge secure network systems. You'll thrive here if you enjoy collaborating closely with engineering teams, building deep product knowledge, and contributing to global communication solutions. Apply to join a team that's shaping the future of connectivity.

Quick Overview

Salary
$78k - $123.5k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Carlsbad, CA, United States
Posted
3 weeks ago
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Job Description

Technical Writer | Carlsbad, CA, United States | On-site | $78,000 - $123,500 annually

This employer is a globally recognized leader in delivering connections that shape how consumers, businesses, governments, and militaries communicate. With a mission to deliver connections that can change the world, they foster a culture of innovation and inclusivity for those who think big and act fearlessly.

The Role

  • Generate technical documents for software/hardware, installation/operation/maintenance manuals, security configuration, network architecture, and system interfaces.
  • Manage documentation products and repositories, including Wiki pages and SharePoint.
  • Lead documentation efforts with engineering support for various teams, focusing on Program Manager and Engineering support requests.
  • Embed with a team to build relationships, trust, and historical knowledge for prompt and effective task engagement.
  • Synthesize information from various sources, including schematics, design documents, and diagrams, into clear documentation.
  • Provide graphic design, publication support, configuration management, and quality control.

What You'll Need

  • 5-8 years of technical writing experience in networking, software, hardware, or cybersecurity.
  • Secret Clearance required.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Experience reading technical schematics and translating complex concepts for varying audiences.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management skills.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).

What's On Offer

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a mission-driven organization.
  • Collaborative environment with support from engineering and other technical publication team members.
  • Exposure to diverse documentation needs across hardware, software, and cybersecurity domains.
  • Potential for professional growth within a globally recognized company.

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