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Job Title: Technical Writer (Active Secret Clearance)Job Description

Our client is seeking Technical Writers to join a high-performing team responsible for developing technical documentation for advanced military systems. These systems include radars for F-22, F-35, Joint Strike Fighter, F-16, B-1B, AWACS, MESA, G/ATOR, and the STARLite, VADER, and other UAV systems.

Responsibilities

• Write, rewrite, and edit technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications.

• Oversee the preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches, and diagrams.

• Conduct quality reviews of materials.

• Publish materials in various formats, including page-based, electronic (basic and interactive), and structured (HTML, XML, and SGML).

• Collaborate with task leads, writers, engineers, and instructors to develop and deliver sensor/system technical manuals with varying levels of detail and delivery formats.

• Perform Desktop Publishing tasks for program/project reports, whitepapers, articles, and other documents.

• Research and compile information from program documents and engineering sources to develop manual outlines adhering to military/civilian specifications and standards of technical writing.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline or related field, or military operations and maintenance experience with radar, communications, electro-optics, networks, and information technology-based sensors/systems.

• Expert knowledge of MS Office Products.

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with structured authoring applications such as MadCap, FrameMaker, or Arbortext.

• Proven ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Possess and maintain Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proactive, self-motivated, and excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ technical writing experience.

• Knowledge of standard content management strategies.

• Knowledge of Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE 100).

• Knowledge of standards – XML, SGML, HTML, S1000 – for structured content.

• Possess and maintain DoD Top Secret Clearance.

Work Environment

Our client has a large, cleared manufacturing facility in Linthicum, MD. This group is known as Technical Data & Training and reports up through SEIT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Linthicum Heights,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 2025.

About Actalent

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.

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