Technical Writer II

CACI; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Technical Writer II to draft, edit and publish TO changes for the SCN baseline. You will collaborate with engineers and project teams to review and edit engineering documentation and contract deliverables.

The role includes mentoring others, coordinating customer meetings, and ensuring compliance with AF TO requirements. The position requires a related bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience (7 years in lieu).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Technical Writing, Communications, English or a related technical field.
• Three years of experience or seven years of relevant technical or procedural writing experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, and Power Point, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Experience with Air Force Technical Orders.
• Ability to communicate with project managers, government customers, engineering, and logistics staff.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
• Willingness to learn.
• Experience in the Satellite Control Network (SCN).
• Familiarity with engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of TM-86-01 and TO-00-5-1.
• Experience with SGML language and Arbortext editor.

Responsibilities

• Draft, incorporate, edit, review, and publish approved Satellite Control Network (SCN) Technical Order (TO) Changes to the baseline.
• Work in accordance with Air Force Technical Order requirements and DoD MIL-STD.
• Sustain SCN Technical Order Baseline.
• Create Technical Order redline packages.
• Participate in Technical Order certification/verification activities.
• Incorporate approved technical order changes using Arbortext.
• Review Technical Order changes.
• Create/edit engineering documentation.
• Participate in project teams.
• Coordinate with engineers and project team members to review, create, and edit technical order, engineering documentation, and contract deliverables.
• Support, coordinate, and schedule project and contract customer meetings.
• Train and mentor other technical writers.

Job description

Job Title: Technical Writer II

Job Category: Service Contract Act

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 10/21/2026

Job Description

Opportunity:

CACI is looking for a Technical Writer to join our team! You will draft, incorporate, edit, review, and publish approved Satellite Control Network (SCN) Technical Order (TO) Changes to the baseline in support of the operations and maintenance personnel performing the SCN mission.

Responsibilities:

• Work in accordance with Air Force Technical Order requirements and DoD MIL-STD.
• Sustain SCN Technical Order Baseline.
• Create Technical Order redline packages.
• Participate in Technical Order certification/verification activities.
• Incorporate approved technical order changes using Arbortext.
• Review Technical Order changes.
• Create/edit engineering documentation.
• Participate in project teams.
• Coordinate with engineers and project team members to review, create, and edit technical order, engineering documentation, and contract deliverables.
• Support, coordinate, and schedule project and contract customer meetings.
• Train and mentor other technical writers.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Technical Writing, Communications, English or a related technical field.
• Three years of experience or seven years of relevant technical or procedural writing experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, and Power Point, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Experience with Air Force Technical Orders.
• Ability to communicate with project managers, government customers, engineering, and logistics staff.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
• Willingness to learn

Desired

• Experience in the Satellite Control Network (SCN).
• Familiarity with engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of TM-86-01 and TO-00-5-1.
• Experience with SGML language and Arbortext editor.

Hourly Pay Rate: $37.07 plus $5.09 per hour Health and Welfare

What You Can Expect:

• A culture of integrity.
• At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
• An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
• A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI's government contract for the work location.

Minimum Required Hourly Wage:

Minimum Required Hourly Wage: $37.07

There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.