Technical Documentation Specialist

SAIC; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a hands-on Technical Documentation Specialist to build and maintain high-quality digital technical publications for DoD programs. The role focuses on structured content (XML/HTML) and modern digital authoring tools, with responsibilities spanning authoring, formatting, and publishing across multiple formats.

Ideal candidates have an Associate’s degree (or equivalent) with 5+ years of relevant experience, familiarity with DoD standards, and the ability to travel up to 20%. U.S.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Or equivalent experience in a technical or digital authoring discipline.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and format technical manuals using XML-based tools and structured authoring workflows.
• Apply DoD and program standards to ensure documentation is accurate, consistent, and compliant.
• Integrate tables, flowcharts, and graphics using tools like FrameMaker, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Produce final digital outputs (PDF and other formats) that meet style and program requirements.
• Manage publication lifecycles within content management systems.

Skills

Technical writing

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Arbortext Editor

Job description

Description

SAIC is looking for a hands‑on Technical Documentation Specialist to build and maintain high‑quality digital technical publications for DoD programs. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with structured content (XML/HTML), technical data, and modern digital authoring tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, edit, and format technical manuals and related content using XML-based tools (e.g., Arbortext Editor) and structured authoring workflows.
• Apply DoD and program standards (e.g., MIL‑STD‑3001, MIL‑STD‑40051, MIL‑STD‑38784, S1000D) to ensure documentation is accurate, consistent, and compliant.
• Integrate tables, flowcharts, and graphics/illustrations using tools like Adobe FrameMaker, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Produce final digital outputs (PDF and other formats) that meet GPO style and program requirements.
• Work within digital content management and configuration management systems to manage versions and publication lifecycles.
• Collaborate with engineers, technical writers, and software developers to translate engineering drawings, system/software documentation, and other technical inputs into clear, usable documentation.
• Support document control activities, including change tracking, deficiency reports, and quality assurance.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience
• OR equivalent experience in a technical or digital authoring discipline (e.g., computer science, software/Systems documentation, technical publishing).
• Experience with XML authoring and Arbortext Editor (or similar structured authoring tools).
• Familiarity with DoD technical publications and standards.
• Ability to travel up to ~20%.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance (Interim Secret to start).

Desired Skills:

• Provisioning and logistics documentation; configuration management best practices.
• Technical Publication Deficiency Reports, IRACs, and related change processes.
• NATEC, JDMICS, JDRS, IPDM, or similar data/reporting systems.
• Coding or scripting (for automation, validation, or content transformation).
• Software/system documentation or model‑based technical content.
• Digital content management systems and specialized authoring platforms.

Target salary range: $60,001 - $100,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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