Defense Tech Writer: MIL-STD Manuals & Training Modules

Education Services LLC

Draper (UT)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
15 days PTO + 10 paid holidays
10% Flex Benefit
Incentive bonus for overtime
Flexible scheduling
Company stocked break room

Job summary

A leading training services provider is seeking a Technical Writer to create and update technical manuals, lesson plans, and marketing materials. Collaborating closely with Learning Engineers and stakeholders, the role ensures compliance and clarity in documentation. A background in military technical communication or equivalent is preferred. A hybrid work model allows for working from home on certain days. Competitive pay and generous benefits package including flexible schedules and PTO offered.

Qualifications

  • Advanced proficiency in structured authoring tools required.
  • 5+ years of experience in technical communication for defense/aerospace preferred.
  • U.S. citizenship and ability to work in-person required.

Responsibilities

  • Create and update technical manuals and training aids.
  • Draft and edit narration scripts for interactive modules.
  • Write marketing copy and maintain internal policies.

Skills

Structured authoring with Microsoft Word
Adobe Acrobat Pro
XML/DITA for MIL-STD compliance
S1000D/ASD-STE100
Multimedia authoring tools

Education

Degree in English, Technical Writing, or similar

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite
LMS administration

Job description

A leading training services provider is seeking a Technical Writer to create and update technical manuals, lesson plans, and marketing materials. Collaborating closely with Learning Engineers and stakeholders, the role ensures compliance and clarity in documentation. A background in military technical communication or equivalent is preferred. A hybrid work model allows for working from home on certain days. Competitive pay and generous benefits package including flexible schedules and PTO offered.
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