Software Documentation and Lab Verification Specialist

Software Documentation and Lab Verification Specialist Location: Port Hueneme, CA | On-Site (Government Facility) Pay Range: $93,600–$104,000 annually About Us: JSL Technologies, Inc. (JSL) is a Veteran-Owned and certified Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) providing engineering, logistics, and technical support to the Department of Defense. Headquartered in Oxnard, California, we support critical Navy missions nationwide and offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Job Description: JSL is seeking a Software Documentation and Lab Verification Specialist to support Navy software systems, technical documentation, laboratory verification, and fleet readiness operations at Port Hueneme, CA. This hands-on position combines technical writing and editing with software testing, system validation, and In-Service Engineering Activity (ISEA) support. You'll work alongside technical teams to ensure documentation and procedures are accurate, systems function as intended, and fleet operations remain mission-ready. Key Responsibilities: Technical Documentation: Develop, revise, and maintain technical manuals, procedures, installation guides, training materials, and test documentation using Microsoft Word. Evaluate source materials and proposed changes for impacts on existing documents and ensure accuracy, consistency, readability, and compliance with Government requirements. Lab Verification & Testing: Execute and validate technical procedures in laboratory, simulated, Surface Warfare Engineering Facility (SWEF), and shipboard environments to verify accuracy and usability. Software & Systems Support: Install, configure, maintain, and test software in computer lab environments. Verify system integration, troubleshoot software/hardware anomalies, and document test results and engineering recommendations. Fleet & Field Support: Assist with planned and emergent shipboard or waterfront operations, system troubleshooting, modernization efforts, and ISEA fleet readiness activities. Program Coordination: Participate in weekly project meetings, provide technical status updates, and prepare PowerPoint presentations as needed. Ensure work aligns with Government direction, security requirements, program schedules, and ISEA objectives. Travel: Support CONUS/OCONUS assignments as required, including shipboard installation and ISEA events lasting approximately 2–4 weeks. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Active Secret security clearance required , with all necessary access active before starting. Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and at least 3 years of systems engineering experience . Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong technical editing skills and attention to detail when reviewing, revising, and validating technical documentation. Working knowledge of computer systems and electronics. Ability to follow and execute technical procedures in laboratory, simulated, or shipboard environments. Strong written and verbal communication skills when working with technical teams, Government personnel, and program stakeholders. Ability and willingness to travel for planned and emergent field assignments, including shipboard and waterfront support. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating environments. Knowledge of Tomahawk systems or related Navy combat systems. Previous experience with Navy programs, shipboard operations, ISEA, combat systems, systems engineering, laboratory testing, software verification, or technical documentation. Experience developing or updating technical manuals, installation guides, test procedures, training materials, or software release documentation. Experience with software installation, lab verification, test-case execution, or system integration. Experience participating in weekly project meetings and delivering technical status updates. Ability to support laboratory, waterfront, SWEF, and shipboard environments as needed. Security Clearance: Applicants must have an active security clearance and/or the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain a DoD Government-granted security clearance. Individuals will be subject to a background investigation to include but not limited to, criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness. EEO: JSL Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religion, creed, color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification and expression, transgender status, transitioning employees, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, status as military, or as a veteran or as a qualified disabled veteran, ancestry, citizenship, national origin. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 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