Technical Documentation Specialist

SAIC is looking for a hands-on Technical Documentation Specialist to build and maintain high‑quality digital technical publications for DoD programs. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with structured content (XML/HTML), technical data, and modern digital authoring tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, edit, and format technical manuals and related content using XML-based tools (e.g., Arbortext Editor) and structured authoring workflows.

• Apply DoD and program standards (e.g., MIL‑STD‑3001, MIL‑STD‑40051, MIL‑STD‑38784, S1000D) to ensure documentation is accurate, consistent, and compliant.

• Integrate tables, flowcharts, and graphics/illustrations using tools like Adobe FrameMaker, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

• Produce final digital outputs (PDF and other formats) that meet GPO style and program requirements.

• Work within digital content management and configuration management systems to manage versions and publication lifecycles.

• Collaborate with engineers, technical writers, and software developers to translate engineering drawings, system/software documentation, and other technical inputs into clear, usable documentation.

• Support document control activities, including change tracking, deficiency reports, and quality assurance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Associate’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience

  • OR equivalent experience in a technical or digital authoring discipline (e.g., computer science, software/Systems documentation, technical publishing).

• Experience with XML authoring and Arbortext Editor (or similar structured authoring tools).

• Familiarity with DoD technical publications and standards.

• Ability to travel up to ~20%.

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance (Interim Secret to start).

Desired Skills:

• Provisioning and logistics documentation; configuration management best practices.

• Technical Publication Deficiency Reports, IRACs, and related change processes.

• NATEC, JDMICS, JDRS, IPDM, or similar data/reporting systems.

• Coding or scripting (for automation, validation, or content transformation).

• Software/system documentation or model‑based technical content.

• Digital content management systems and specialized authoring platforms.