Tech Writer

Technical Writer III - Help Shape the Future of Aviation and Aerospace

Location: Sparks, NV 89434

Pay Rate: $47.71/hour

Job Type: Contract Opportunity

Industry: Aviation & Aerospace

Turn Complex Engineering Into Mission-Critical Documentation

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with an industry-leading aerospace and aviation organization to find an experienced Technical Writer III who is passionate about transforming highly technical information into clear, accurate, and impactful documentation.

In this role, you'll collaborate with engineers, program managers, and subject matter experts to create essential documentation that supports advanced aircraft systems, mission-critical payloads, electronic systems, and cutting-edge aerospace technologies. Your work will directly contribute to the success of innovative programs that push the boundaries of aviation, defense, and space exploration.

If you're a detail-oriented communicator who thrives in a highly technical environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

What You'll Do
As a Technical Writer III, You Will

Develop and maintain operations manuals, maintenance manuals, technical supplements, and related documentation.

Work closely with engineers and subject matter experts to gain a deep understanding of complex aerospace systems and products.

Interpret and document information from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, block diagrams, and CAD models.

Create clear, accurate, and user-focused technical documentation that meets program and customer requirements.

Lead and facilitate recurring internal and external documentation review meetings.

Incorporate stakeholder feedback into documentation revisions and updates.

Verify documentation content for accuracy, completeness, standards compliance, and intended audience suitability.

Support Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) preparation, technical manuals, test plans, and procedures.

Create and maintain documentation templates, layout guides, graphics resources, and other content standards.

Collaborate across multidisciplinary design and development teams to ensure documentation quality and consistency.

Required Qualifications
Must-Have Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and typically 6+ years of relevant technical writing experience.

Advanced degree may substitute for experience.

Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Advanced knowledge of technical writing principles, practices, and industry standards.

Strong proficiency with:

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Adobe publishing and documentation tools

Experience developing complex technical documents containing graphics, tables, diagrams, and embedded content.

Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering, design, and development teams.

Familiarity with:

S1000D documentation standards

XML authoring environments

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience preparing CDRLs, test plans, technical procedures, and operations manuals.

Ability to develop documentation drafts with minimal direction from engineers and subject matter experts.

Experience gathering product and documentation requirements from diverse stakeholder groups.

Knowledge of documentation quality assurance, content verification, and standards compliance.

Experience developing and maintaining:

Documentation templates

Layout guides

Graphics libraries and resources

Familiarity with internal technical reference documentation, data libraries, training materials, process guides, and procedural documentation.

Experience reviewing, editing, and formatting:

Business proposals

Product management documents

RFP responses

Marketing communications

Organizational documents

Proficiency with Adobe FrameMaker.

Aerospace, Defense, DoD, or aviation industry experience strongly preferred.

Physical & Working Environment
This Role May Require

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and stair climbing.

Repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements for extended periods.

Occasional lifting and carrying of up to 25 pounds.

Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Occasional exposure to loud noise, fumes, or hazardous materials.

Why Join Us?

Contribute to groundbreaking aviation, aerospace, and defense programs.

Collaborate with world-class engineers and industry experts.

Work on technologies that support advanced aircraft and space exploration initiatives.

Expand your technical expertise in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Gain experience with highly visible programs that impact mission success and safety.

Enjoy competitive compensation and the support of a trusted staffing partner committed to your professional growth.

Pay Details
$47.71 per hour

Benefits
Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

short-term disability

additional voluntary benefits

EAP program

commuter benefits

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Holiday pay

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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Requirements
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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