Technical Editor and Writer 3

Apex Systems; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking Engineering Writers to join a high-performing team developing engineering documentation for advanced military systems in Elkridge, MD. You will write, rewrite, and edit technical documents to clearly communicate complex information to diverse audiences, with onsite work and a focus on accuracy and quality.

The role requires a STEM degree or military/engineering background, 5+ years of technical writing experience for electronic systems, and proficiency with MS Office and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field; or military/engineering background considered.
• Minimum 5 years' technical writer experience for electronic systems.
• Ability to obtain or hold DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Write, rewrite, and edit engineering documents (procedures, TRDs, user manuals, specifications).
• Oversee preparation of drawings, diagrams, charts for materials.
• Publish materials in page-based, electronic, and structured formats (HTML, XML, SGML).
• Collaborate with leads, writers, engineers, and instructors to develop sensor/system manuals.
• Perform desktop publishing for reports and articles.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

XML

Education

B.S./B.A. in STEM or related field

Military operations and maintenance with radar/communications/electro-optics/networks/sensors

Engineering background

Tools

Arbortext

MadCap Flare

FrameMaker

Job description

Job#: 3039435

Job Description:

Technical Editor and Writer 3

Location

Elkridge, Maryland (Onsite)

Clearance

Secret Clearance

Role Overview

We are seeking Engineering Writers to join a high-performing team developing engineering documentation for advanced military systems. The successful candidates will be responsible for writing, rewriting, and editing various engineering documents to communicate technical information and instructions clearly and effectively to a wide range of audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, rewrite, and/or edit engineering documents such as technical procedure manuals, test requirement documents (TRDs), user manuals, and operational specifications.
• Oversee the preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts.
• Conduct quality reviews of materials.
• Publish materials in various formats, including page-based, electronic, and structured (HTML, XML, SGML).
• Collaborate with task leads, writers, engineers, and instructors to develop and deliver sensor/system technical manuals.
• Perform Desktop Publishing tasks for reports, whitepapers, and articles.
• Research and compile information from program documents and engineering sources to develop manual outlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline or a related field. Alternatively, military operations and maintenance experience with radar, communications, electro-optics, networks, and information technology-based sensors/systems, or an engineering background, will be considered.

Experience: A minimum of 5 years of technical writer experience for electronic systems is required. Candidates must be willing and able to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance, or have an Active Secret Clearance

Technical Skills: Expertise with MS Office Suite, including Adobe Acrobat, is required. Knowledge of XML is also necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with an active DOD Secret Clearance will be highly preferred for this role
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with structured authoring applications, such as Arbortext, MadCap Flare, or FrameMaker.
• Knowledge of Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE 100).
• Knowledge of standards such as S1000D and DITA for structured content.

Company Culture

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

ADA Accommodation

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