Technical Writer

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Technical Writer/Editor Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer/Editor to create and revise technical documents. You will craft clear and effective manuals and specifications for a variety of audiences, ensuring compliance with technical standards. Your role will involve collaborating with product developers and overseeing the creation of illustrative materials.

• Write, rewrite, and edit technical documents including technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, and service manuals.
• Communicate technical specifications and instructions effectively to a wide range of audiences.
• Acquire subject knowledge by interviewing product developers and observing production methods.
• Refer to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals for accurate documentation.
• Oversee the preparation of illustrative materials, selecting appropriate drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts.
• Provide technical writing and editing for technical data, ensuring file configuration control and compliance.
• Conduct quality reviews of materials to ensure clarity and accuracy.
• Mentor and instruct junior writers in technical writing practices.
• Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally as required.

• Current active Secret Clearance at the time of application.
• Experience working with military technical documents related to training development and integrated logistics support.
• 5+ years of experience with the Microsoft Office product suite.
• 3+ years of experience with Adobe Acrobat, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Illustrator.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience in developing products in accordance with MIL-STD
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• Experience in file configuration management.
• Strong writing and editing skills with an ability to manipulate grammar.
• Experience querying authors for clarity and compliance purposes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience utilizing the Maintenance Manual change process.
• Experience writing in XML/S1000D for technical publications.
• 6+ years of experience with military technical documents.
• Background in an electronic/avionic field or Department of Defense maintenance.
• Familiarity with developing products in accordance with MIL-STD 38784B.
• Experience with AGILE, SCRUM, and Dev Ops methodologies.

The role is based on-site from Monday to Thursday near COS airport, with the flexibility to work from home on Fridays. The position follows a 9/80 schedule, allowing for a balanced work-life arrangement.

This is a Contract position based out of Colorado Springs, CO.

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $140000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Colorado Springs,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom (actalentaccom) for other accommodation options.