Technical Editor and Writer 3

PGS Worldwide is seeking a Technical Editor and Writer 3 in Elkridge, MD for a one year contract role supporting a leading aerospace & defense company. In this onsite role, you will develop and edit technical publications for electronic systems, sensors, and radar systems. You will work within an Integrated Product Team to produce documentation that meets military specifications and standards.

Required Skills

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline or related field, or a minimum of 7 years' experience in military operations and maintenance with radar, communications, electro-optics, networks, or IT-based systems
U.S. citizenship required
Active and maintainable DoD Secret clearance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented
Ability to write, edit, and publish technical documentation in page-based, electronic, and structured formats (HTML, XML, SGML)
Experience working with military specifications and standards
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in various environments
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Preferred Skills

Greater than 10 years of engineering writing experience
Willingness to obtain a higher-level clearance if required
Experience as a multi-disciplined or certified military instructor
What You'll Do

Write, rewrite, and edit technical publications covering operation and maintenance for sensors and systems
Research and compile information from engineering and contractual sources
Develop documentation including hardware descriptions, operations, maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, repair, and parts information
Collaborate with engineers, writers, instructors, and task leads to deliver technical publications
Produce materials for varying levels of detail and audiences
Conduct quality reviews of technical publications
Support Integrated Product Team activities and assigned tasks
Perform additional duties as assigned

Job ID: 1122

"Military veterans and transitioning military members are encouraged to apply to all PGS Worldwide positions. All of our jobs are military-friendly, and we work with leaders in Aerospace who rely on your military expertise to support mission-critical programs nationwide. As a Veteran Founded company, we know that the military has given you the skills and training you need to succeed in positions like this, and we want to support your success in the civilian sector however we can. We thank you for your service and humbly offer our own in return by helping you take your career to the next level."