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Senior Technical Recruiter / Account Manager at The Ash Group

W2 Contract Only – No C2C – No 3rd Parties

Summary

The Ash Group is hiring a dedicated

Senior Technical Editor

for our client ( a global leader providing advanced systems and support in defense, aerospace, and security ) based

onsite

Sterling Heights, MI .

This highly specialized role requires

5+ years

of experience creating and revising complex technical documentation within the

Defense Industry . The successful candidate must possess deep technical knowledge of

hydraulics, mechanics, and electronics , and be proficient in

XML authoring tools

e.g., Arbortext Epic Editor or Oxygen) and

Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM)

development.

US Citizenship or Green Card is required.

Compensation :

Competitive pay rate of

50 per hour.

Benefits :

Medical, dental, vision, and direct primary care benefits. After six months of employment, enjoy a 4% matched 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting.

Duration : 6-month contract .

Location : 100% Onsite

Sterling Heights, MI .

What You’ll Be Doing

Create and revise complex technical documentation, including detailed functional descriptions, operating procedures, fault isolation, maintenance procedures, and Illustrated Parts Breakdown (IPB).

Research and consult with

engineering staff

to analyze and interpret

engineering drawings and technical data , translating complex information into clear, understandable language.

Ensure all documentation conforms to company / government standards and specifications and is compliant with customer requirements.

Utilize state-of-the-art publishing software, including expertise in

XML Authoring Tools

e.g., Arbortext Epic Editor, Oxygen software) and

Adobe Acrobat Professional

for illustration markups.

Participate in reviews and

validation / verification

efforts (including on-vehicle experience as a plus) and assist with project time and cost estimates.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus

5 additional years of relevant experience .

5+ years

of experience within the

Defense Industry

is required.

Working knowledge of

hydraulics, mechanics, electronics, and system operations

necessary to write detailed technical documentation.

5+ years

of experience with

XML Authoring Tool

e.g., Arbortext Epic Editor or Oxygen) and

Adobe Acrobat Professional PDF Software .

Strong understanding of

Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM)

functionality, development processes, and markup languages.

Ability to understand complex engineering designs, interpret drawings and terminology, and effectively communicate with customers and cross-functional teams.

Experience with a

Content Management System (CMS)

is a plus.

Apply today to bring your expert technical writing skills and defense industry knowledge to a global leader in aerospace and security!

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Writing / Editing

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing

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