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Technical Editor and Writer 3 with Security Clearance

PDS Defense Inc.Elkridge, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 15 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Leverage your expertise in technical writing and editing within a hybrid environment, contributing to critical defense systems and developing valuable skills in structured authoring and military specifications. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and is ideal for proactive individuals with strong communication and problem-solving abilities who are eager to grow within a reputable defense company. Apply today to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact.

Quick Overview

Salary
$66 - $41/hr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Elkridge, MD, United States
Posted
18 hours ago
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Job Description

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Technical Editor and Writer 3, in Elkridge, MO. Job ID#225496

Pay Rate: $66 - $71/hr Job Description: Successful candidates will have excellent communications and interpersonal skills, be proactive, possess excellent problem-solving and organizational skills, and be self-motivated.

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in STEM discipline or related field
Or Military operations and maintenance experience with radar, communications, electro-optics, networks and information technology -based sensors/systems Engineering background or equivalent military background
Expert knowledge with MS Office Products
Proven ability to manage several tasks simultaneously
Excellent attention to detail
Possess and maintain Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance
Self-starter and engaged team member

Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years' engineering writing experience
Minimum of 2 years' experience with structured authoring applications, such as: Arbortext, MadCap Flare, or FrameMaker
Knowledge of Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE 100)
Knowledge of standards - XML, SGML, HTML, S1000D and DITA for structured Content
Possess and maintain Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance Responsibilities: Writes, rewrites and/or edits engineering documents such as technical procedure manuals, test requirement documents (TRDs), user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical information and instructions to a wide range of audiences.

Oversees preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts. Conducts quality review of materials. Publish materials in various formats, including page-based, electronic (basic and interactive), structured (HTML, XML, and SGML). Collaborate with task leads, writers, engineers, and instructors, to develop and deliver sensor/system technical manuals to varying levels of detail and delivery formats. Perform Desktop Publishing tasks for program/project reports, whitepapers, articles, and other documents.

Research and compile information from program documents, engineering sources, et al. to develop manual outlines and adhere to military/civilian specifications and standards of engineering technical writing. Perform other duties as assigned. Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations).

For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals /

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ 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

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