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Technical Writer (Aerospace/Defense)

Advantage Technical
$40.00-$48.00
United States, North Carolina, Elizabeth City
Sep 09, 2026
Title: Technical Writer Location: On-site Elizabeth City, NC 27909 Industry: Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) / Military and Homeland Security Pay: 40.00 -48.00 per hour with room for advancement / Competitive Benefits Write and revise technical materials, such as equipment operator, maintenance, manuals, appendices, and repair parts and special tools lists manuals on advanced military equipment. Key Skills: XML / MIL-STD's 40051-2C /MIL-HDBK-1222 / IETM / Arbortext / DOD / SolidWorks / * Become fully knowledgeable of the functions, operation, test and maintenance procedures of the equipment * Evaluate existing operation and maintenance documentation * Modify and develop documentation to meet current hardware configuration, requirements and schedules * Review vendor documentation * Interface with hardware/system and field engineering personnel to obtain the necessary information for developing the documentation materials * Develop the operation and maintenance manuals within the schedule requirements * Validate operation and maintenance manuals * Adhere to stylesheet and DTD rules * Ensure IETM XML is error free by using business rules and source verifier Observe, receive, and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources Interview engineers and field support specialists * Read engineering drawings * Review Field Mod notices * Review and evaluate previously existing training materials * Proficient in S1000D * Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel * Familiar with graphics tools such as Adobe Creative Suite a plus * Familiar with computer-based authoring tools, such as Windchill, Captivate or Articulate a plus * Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic/magnetic form * Provide information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person * Keep up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job * Use interviewing procedures * Use technical information in operation and maintenance activities * Evaluate Information to Determine Compliance with Standards * Use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards * Ensure correct grammar, punctuation, or spelling About Us Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies. Advantage Technical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Advantage Technical offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.