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Endo-Therapeutics, Inc.

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Engineering Technical Writer

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

EDUCATION/ TRAINING: • Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Engineering, Life Sciences, Communications, or a related field is preferred. • Equivalent experience in technical documentation ...

Govcio LLC

Technical Writer

Hampton, VA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Engineering Technical Writer to support modernization efforts. This position will be located in Hampton, VA at Joint Base Langley-Eustis and will be a fully onsite ...

Superior Recreational Products

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Technical Writer

Carrollton, GA · On-site

The Technical Writer will work closely with the Product Engineering, Technical Customer Support, and Testing departments for the writing, rewriting, and/or editing of technical documents such as ...

Chipton Ross Inc.

Technical Writer

Torrance, CA · On-site

$30 - $60/hr

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Technical Writer for a direct opportunity in Torrance, CA. Client is ... POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: • Create or revise technical publications content • Engineering ...

WilsonCTS

Technical Writer

Portage, MI · On-site

$60 - $70/hr

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Communication, English, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent experience. * 3+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for director engineering technical writer in the United States is $38.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Engineering Technical Writer vs Technical Writer?

AspectDirector Engineering Technical WriterTechnical Writer
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Engineering, Technical Communication, or related field; extensive experienceBachelor's in Communications, English, or related field; some experience preferred
Work EnvironmentLeads teams in engineering or tech companies, overseeing documentation strategyCreates technical content individually or in small teams, often in various industries
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in tech, engineering, and manufacturing firmsWidely used across tech, healthcare, finance, and other sectors

The main difference is that the Director Engineering Technical Writer oversees documentation teams and strategy, focusing on high-level management and coordination. In contrast, a Technical Writer primarily produces technical content, often working independently or in small teams. Both roles require strong technical knowledge, but the director role emphasizes leadership and strategic planning.

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Engineering Technical Writer

Engineering Technical Writer

Boarhog LLC

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

The Engineering Technical Writer supports the Principal Integration Program Manager (PIPM) and Integration Program Managers (IPMs) to develop and maintain technical documentation for multiple integration projects/programs.
Principal Responsibilities:
· Develop and Maintain a project/program Documentation Management Plan
· Coordinate regular review and update of program documentation
· Change/Content Management of program policy and requirements documents across multiple projects/programs
· Review/Edit engineering and acquisition documents and briefings to produce clear and concise material
· Validate documentation/briefing content to ensure accuracy and version control
· Manage Quality Assurance reviews of developed documents and briefings
· Manage review feedback of documents across multiple projects/programs, capturing revisions and suggestions for future development
· Coordinate leadership review and approval of documentation and briefings
· Actively participate in technical and programmatic meetings to provide status and define technical documentation development requirements and milestones
Skills:
Proficient in:
· Creation of technical documentation in Aerospace and Defense (for DoD)
· Technical Writing
· Version control, Change/Content Management principles and format
· Documentation/Presentation tools, including MS Office, Acrobat
· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community both verbally and in writing
· Multi-tasking
Familiar with:
· Agile Development fundamentals, structure and procedure of agile ceremony meetings
· Working knowledge of US Navy and Department of Defense terminology and acronyms
· Military exposure and experience, particularly with military technical documentation writing and formatting standards, guidelines, and verbiage
Requirements:
· Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field of study and 3+ years of relevant work experience
· Security Clearance: Top Secret with Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)
Work Environment:
· Work to be performed at NAVWAR Old Town classified space

BOARHOG BENEFITS:
Boarhog has 13 years of defense industrial base steady, controlled growth and profitability, offering our full-time associates a remarkable compensation package, including:
• Very competitive salary and opportunities for additional compensation.
• Greater Self-Determination
• 100% coverage of medical/dental/vision health premiums.
• Company 401K contribution.
• Vacation.
• Health savings account.
• Stipend for residing in a HUBZone location (https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map).
• Relocation or small signing bonus and earned performance bonus.

We thrive in a welcoming culture within a completely flat organization, with a demonstrated vested interest in associates' personal and professional goals and aspirations, taking pride in the resulting exceedingly low associate turnover rate. As a successful and respected SBA Certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned (SDVO) and Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) small business, there is no fat on the Boarhog, translating to a great degree of self-determination... nobody with Boarhog has ever and will never make a living watching other associates do work. The company Chief Executive Managing Member and Majority Owner co-founded Boarhog and actively engages in the day-to-day operations and growth objectives, and also periodically performs direct on government and commercial contracts. Pigs in the breakfast... skin-in-the-game, and the story behind our logo. Come join us!

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