JOB TITLE: Technical Editor/Writer
LOCATION: Grand Prairie, TX
PAY RATE: $61.68/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (Up to 11 months with potential for extension)
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Work Arrangement: Onsite initially; transitions to hybrid (1–2 remote days)
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Clearance: Ability to obtain required
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Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
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Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
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Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
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Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?
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Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
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Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
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Write, edit, and maintain:
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Support document review, release, and approval processes using Windchill
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Ensure compliance with configuration management and change control processes
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Coordinate with engineering and production teams to gather and validate technical content
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Review and select appropriate visual aids (drawings, diagrams, charts) to support documentation
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Perform quality assurance reviews to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with standards
Requirements:
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Ability to obtain clearance
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical Communication, or a related field
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6+ years of technical writing experience in aerospace, defense, or high-tech environments
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Experience developing documentation for test equipment preferred
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Proficiency with:
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Familiarity with aerospace documentation standards (e.g., ECSS, MIL-STD)
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex engineering concepts into clear, user-friendly instructions
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Working knowledge of change control and configuration management processes
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Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with security clearance requirements.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
Take your career to new heights—apply today!