Actalent
Job Title: Technical Writer/Trainer
Actalent is seeking a dedicated Technical Writer/Trainer to create and maintain technical manuals and training materials for customers focused on the operation and maintenance of aerostat systems and their supporting equipment. The role involves developing various types of media, including technical manuals and training materials, and facilitating training sessions in both domestic (CONUS) and international (OCONUS) locations.
Responsibilities
Write and revise technical documentation, development plans, and organize documentation development efforts.
Develop lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, and practical exercises to support customer modifications.
Maintain strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with management, employees, and external partners.
Work effectively within a team environment, coordinating with technical writers to complete documentation with minimal supervision.
Develop documentation in MIL-STD format using XML and training templates for consistency in customer products.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in a technical or Business Management discipline.
Minimum of five years of technical writing experience.
Experience with technical writing in XML and/or Arbortext.
Proficiency with MS Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Military (DoD) training and/or experience is a plus.
Familiarity with graphics tools, computer-based technical manual authoring tools (e.g., Arbortext), and modeling tools such as SolidWorks.
Ability to quickly assimilate new software.
Work Environment The position requires onsite work for the first month, followed by two days in the office until the first training session starts. Subsequently, the role will be onsite, then deployed to Poland for 3-9 months. This offers a unique opportunity to work abroad, coupled with fantastic benefits.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elizabeth City, NC.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $36.00 – $46.00 per hour.
Benefits (temporary role) may include: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D); Short and long‑term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Equal Opportunity Employer Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jan 1, 2026.
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Responsibilities
Write and revise technical documentation, development plans, and organize documentation development efforts.
Develop lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, and practical exercises to support customer modifications.
Maintain strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with management, employees, and external partners.
Work effectively within a team environment, coordinating with technical writers to complete documentation with minimal supervision.
Develop documentation in MIL-STD format using XML and training templates for consistency in customer products.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in a technical or Business Management discipline.
Minimum of five years of technical writing experience.
Experience with technical writing in XML and/or Arbortext.
Proficiency with MS Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Military (DoD) training and/or experience is a plus.
Familiarity with graphics tools, computer-based technical manual authoring tools (e.g., Arbortext), and modeling tools such as SolidWorks.
Ability to quickly assimilate new software.
Work Environment The position requires onsite work for the first month, followed by two days in the office until the first training session starts. Subsequently, the role will be onsite, then deployed to Poland for 3-9 months. This offers a unique opportunity to work abroad, coupled with fantastic benefits.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elizabeth City, NC.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $36.00 – $46.00 per hour.
Benefits (temporary role) may include: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D); Short and long‑term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Equal Opportunity Employer Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jan 1, 2026.
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