Technical Editor And Writer 3

About the role

Actalent is seeking a Technical Writer to support complex technical programs in a regulated, engineering-driven environment. The position is a 12‑month contract (with possible extensions and direct‑hire opportunity) based fully onsite in San Diego, CA, and requires an active DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation including program plans, technical reports, test procedures, statements of work, user manuals, requirements documents, and proposal materials.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure technical content is accurate, clear, and compliant.
• Support document publication, configuration control, and delivery processes.
• Capture meeting minutes, action items, and documentation from technical reviews and engineering meetings.
• Ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy across all program documentation.
• Manage multiple priorities while meeting documentation schedules and deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of related experience, Master's degree with 3+ years of related experience, or PhD with 1+ year of related experience.

Active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain SAP access.

Skills

• Experience creating and maintaining technical documents, program plans, and process documentation.
• Strong technical writing and editing skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering teams, program management, and customers.
• Preferred: Knowledge of Statements of Work (SOWs), Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), and Configuration Management processes.
• Preferred: Experience with security classification guides and controlled documentation requirements.
• Preferred: Proposal development experience, including Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and technical volume editing.
• Preferred: Experience working in Agile environments and familiarity with Jira and documentation management best practices.

Benefits

• 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 for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay

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