Technical Documentation Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026. SAIC scores B on the Alion truth index.
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.