FWI is building a team to support the Naval Postgraduate School's (NPS) NPS Extended Campus (NEC) and Office of University Communications (OUC). OUC is the official source of all NPS public news and institutional communications, requiring expert science and technical writing talent to convey complex research and academic achievements to diverse audiences. This position will bridge technical subject matter expertise, professional journalism, and institutional storytelling to deliver compelling, accurate, and accessible communications across print, digital, and social media platforms. The Writer – Senior will draft news articles, feature stories, press releases, and multimedia scripts, translating complex military, scientific, and academic content into clear and engaging communications that advance the reputation and mission of NPS.

FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024 and 2025 Top Workplace by the Washington Post, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Work Schedule and Location:

On-Site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA

• Draft news content for official NPS communications
• Convert complex technical and scientific information into accessible articles and features for print and digital platforms
• Prepare press releases, social media content, speeches, brochure copy, audio podcasts, blog posts, and video news scripts
• Develop materials for NPS marketing and institutional communications
• Adhere to public relations and journalism best practices

Required: 

• BA/BS degree in communications, journalism, English, or relevant discipline.
• 3 years of experience in technical writing, proofreading, editing, publication, and quality assurance.

Desired: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience in technical and/or science writing.
• Demonstrated ability to independently research, write, and edit white papers, fact sheets, multimedia materials, web features, press releases, and newsletter articles.

At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. 

Negotiable