Technical Writer Senior
Resume:
Ariel Furlow
Senior Technical Writer & Documentation Systems Architect Defense Compliance Expert ITAR/FMS Certified Active Secret Clearance
Commerce, CA 90040
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Professional Summary
Strategic Technical Writing Leader with 6+ years experience architecting mission-critical documentation systems in zero-failure defense environments. Pioneering innovative methodologies to ensure 100% readiness in information governance, she expertly transforms complex technical information into compliant, audit-ready documentation that drives operational excellence. Led documentation strategy for $4.2B defense portfolio, achieving 100% regulatory compliance while reducing approval cycles by 60%. Specialized in high-stakes environments requiring absolute precision, stakeholder alignment, and cross-functional collaboration across technical, legal, and executive teams. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Senior Technical Writer and Documentation Systems Architect Naval Information Warfare Center-San Diego, CA
November 2024 to June 2025
• Architected and administered the enterprise-level documentation system for a $4.2B defense technology portfolio, establishing new organizational standards for compliance, efficiency, and information integrity.
• Engineered 60% Process Acceleration: Designed and deployed an automated documentation review and approval workflow, reducing cycle times from over a week to just days and eliminating process bottlenecks.
• Achieved Zero-Defect Compliance: Maintained 100% ITAR/FMS regulatory adherence across all international partnership audits, eliminating compliance risks and ensuring project continuity.
• Centralized Knowledge & Eliminated Fragmentation: Architected a unified documentation repository for over 200 classified technical manuals, implementing version control protocols that ensured 100% data integrity and traceability.
• Established Foundational V&V Framework: Developed and implemented a comprehensive Verification & Validation (V&V) documentation framework, creating end-to-end traceability from system requirements through final deployment.
• Led Cross-Functional Initiatives: Directed teams of engineers, compliance officers, and international stakeholders to translate complex technical specifications into clear, actionable, and compliant documentation.
Defense Technical Writing Specialist
Department of Defense, United States Navy-San Diego, CA August 2018 to November 2024
• Hand-selected as Ship's Secretary, spearheaded a new tracking system for Correspondence and Awards ensuring 100% accountability.
• Managed comprehensive defense technical documentation for United States Navy information management systems across multiple naval operations, ensuring operational readiness and regulatory compliance in a high-stakes maritime environment.
• Improved Reporting Accuracy by 29%: Overhauled data auditing and documentation protocols, leading to a significant increase in the precision of compliance and operational reports.
• Ensured 100% Operational Readiness: Developed and maintained mission-critical maintenance documentation, emergency procedures, and failure analysis reports for systems supporting over 450 personnel, resulting in zero operational downtime from documentation errors.
• Optimized Information Systems: Developed and administered hierarchical information systems and classified document management protocols, improving information retrieval times and security.
• Managed, drafted, edited, and routed 329 qualifications, 562 pieces of correspondence, 60 directives, 81 awards, 160 evaluations, and 166 requests and miscellaneous documents on time with zero re-work, ensuring the department maintained administrative accuracy and proficiency for 430 Sailors. Aided the Legal Officer in document procurement, analysis and processing of 10 legal cases. Document Control Specialist
The Ohio State University-Costa Mesa, CA
April 2017 to August 2018
Responsible for the effective coordination and and management of calendars for, Imageomics Institute and ABC Center’s events and meetings.
Organized and maintained institutional data and lists for Imageomics and ABC Center, as well as performing general administrative and clerical duties. Assisted in the project coordination for research faculty members by managing, organizing, and storing deliverables from research, education and operations projects so they can be easily accessed and referenced.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
Kent State University-Kent, OH
September 2012 to June 2016
Skills
• Administrative Experience
• Project Coordination
• Research
• Clerical Experience
• Human Resources
• Microsoft Outlook
• Office Management
• Personal Assistant Experience
• Presentation Skills
• Microsoft Excel
• Project Management
• Event Planning
• Logistics
• Data Entry
• Military Experience
• Microsoft Word
• Management
• Quality Assurance
• Tutoring
• Writing skills
• Editing
• Microsoft Office
• Foreign Military Sales (5 years)
• Technical writing (10+ years)
• Sentiment analytics (10+ years)
• DoD experience (10+ years)
• Organizational skills
• Typing
• English
• Time management
Military Service
Branch: United States Navy
Service Country: United States
Rank: Petty Officer Third Class
August 2018 to November 2024
# ARIEL J. FURLOW
## Comprehensive Naval Service Profile
Multi-Disciplinary Naval Operations Specialist** with extensive cross-functional expertise spanning critical ship operations, emergency response, intelligence analysis, and administrative leadership aboard USS San Diego (LPD 22).
## PRIMARY MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY
### **Damage Controlman (DC)**
Emergency Response Leadership:** Directed damage control teams during fire suppression, flooding response, and structural emergency situations in high-stakes maritime environment Systems Maintenance:** Maintained and operated complex shipboard damage control systems including firefighting equipment, emergency pumps, and ventilation systems Training & Readiness:** Conducted regular emergency drills and training exercises, ensuring crew preparedness for crisis situations
Safety Protocol Management:** Enforced strict safety standards and emergency procedures across all ship compartments
## SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATIONS & ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
### **Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) Certified** Specialized in detection, identification, and response to CBRN threats and contamination Operated advanced detection equipment and implemented decontamination procedures Trained crew members on CBRN awareness and protective measures
### **CPR Certified & Medical Response**
Provided emergency medical assistance and life-saving interventions Maintained readiness for medical emergencies in isolated maritime environment
### **DoD Cyber Awareness Certified**
Ensured information security protocols and cybersecurity best practices Protected classified systems and sensitive information from cyber threats
## LEADERSHIP & ADMINISTRATIVE ROLES
### **Departmental Repair Parts Petty Officer (RPPO)** Supply Chain Management:** Managed critical spare parts inventory and procurement for entire department
Logistics Coordination:** Coordinated with supply officers and external vendors to ensure operational readiness
Budget Responsibility:** Oversaw departmental parts budget and cost-effective procurement strategies Predictive Maintenance:** Analyzed equipment failure patterns to optimize parts inventory and reduce downtime
### **Yeoman (Administrative Specialist)**
Documentation Management:** Maintained official naval records, correspondence, and classified administrative documents
Personnel Administration:** Managed crew administrative needs including evaluations, awards, and personnel records
Communication Coordination:** Served as liaison between ship's leadership and crew for official communications
Regulatory Compliance:** Ensured all administrative processes met Navy regulations and standards
## ADVANCED INTELLIGENCE TRAINING
### **Cryptologic Technician Interpretive (CTI) - Arabic Language School** Intensive Language Training:** Completed rigorous one-year Arabic language immersion program at Defense Language Institute
Cultural Intelligence:** Developed deep understanding of Middle Eastern culture and regional dynamics Intelligence Analysis:** Trained in signals intelligence, linguistic analysis, and pattern recognition Security Protocols:** Gained expertise in handling sensitive intelligence information and maintaining operational security
## CROSS-FUNCTIONAL IMPACT
### **Operational Excellence**
Successfully integrated multiple specialties to ensure comprehensive ship readiness across emergency response, supply chain management, administrative operations, and intelligence support.
### **Leadership Development**
Demonstrated ability to excel in diverse high-pressure roles while maintaining exceptional performance standards across all assigned duties.
### **Strategic Value**
Unique combination of technical expertise, emergency leadership, administrative precision, and intelligence capabilities providing comprehensive operational support in complex naval environment.
## TRANSFERABLE SKILLS SUMMARY
Crisis Management & Emergency Response**
Proven leadership under extreme pressure and life-threatening situations Systematic approach to problem-solving and risk mitigation Training and team coordination in high-stakes environments Supply Chain & Logistics Management**
Inventory optimization and predictive maintenance strategies Budget management and cost-effective procurement
Vendor coordination and quality assurance
Documentation & Administrative Excellence**
Classified information handling and regulatory compliance Personnel record management and administrative process optimization Communication coordination across hierarchical structures Intelligence & Security Operations**
Linguistic analysis and pattern recognition capabilities Cultural intelligence and regional expertise
Information security and operational security protocols Technical Systems Expertise**
Complex equipment operation and maintenance
Safety protocol implementation and enforcement
Training development and knowledge transfer
This multifaceted experience demonstrates exceptional adaptability, leadership under pressure, and the ability to master complex technical and analytical skills—all directly transferable to technical writing, documentation management, and compliance roles in defense contracting environments. Certifications and Licenses
Driver's License
Additional Information
Professional Affiliations
• Women Techmakers Member – AI Ethics Advocate & Strategic Documentation Architect
• Defense Acquisition University (DAU) – Contributor, Federal Systems Design & Process Optimization
• Defense Strategies Institute for AI (DSIA) – Researcher, Applied AI Ethics & Implementation Strategy
• Tech Equity Collective Member – Champion for Inclusive Innovation in Underserved Tech Ecosystems
• Google Developer Program – Advanced AI Integration Specialist Gemini Code Assist (Private Preview) & Cloud Innovator
• Women in Defense (WID) – Advocate, Strategic Defense Innovation & Professional Development
• Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) – Contributor, Technical Research & Information Architecture
• Defense Security Cooperation – Member, International Partnership Strategy & Implementation
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