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What You'll Do Technical Manual Development & Updates * Develop, update, and maintain Army ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field or ...

What You'll Do Technical Manual Development & Updates * Develop, update, and maintain Army ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field or ...

Writes and edits, technical documentation for all of the project's hardware and software to include ... Prepare and maintain operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publications.

Technical Writer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Technical Writer: Qualification: Eight (8) years' experience as a TW in programs and contracts of ... manuals, training manuals, and other documentation utilized by the end-user community of DoD ...

We are hiring a Technical Writer 3 to work in Annapolis Junction, MD . Position location is ... Prepare and maintain operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publications.

Proficiency with S1000D technical manual creation using XML and HTML and tools necessary for ... Technical Writer Requirements: * Six (6) years technical writing experience in programs and ...

Technical Writer

Denver, CO · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Write and design user-friendly manuals for end consumers, covering product features, operation ... Proven experience creating technical manuals, service guides, or assembly instructions. * Strong ...

Technical Writer

Denver, CO · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Write and design user-friendly manuals for end consumers, covering product features, operation ... Proven experience creating technical manuals, service guides, or assembly instructions. * Strong ...

Write and design user-friendly manuals for end consumers, covering product features, operation ... Proven experience creating technical manuals, service guides, or assembly instructions. * Strong ...

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How much do technical manual writer jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for technical manual 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 a Technical Manual Writer job?

A Technical Manual Writer creates clear, concise, and well-structured documents that explain how to use products, machinery, or software. They research complex technical information, collaborate with engineers or developers, and translate technical jargon into user-friendly content. Their work includes manuals, user guides, troubleshooting documents, and standard operating procedures. Strong writing skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of the target audience are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Technical Manual Writer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Technical Manual Writer, you need strong writing and editing skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of complex technical concepts, usually supported by a degree in English, communications, or a technical field. Familiarity with documentation tools like Adobe FrameMaker, MadCap Flare, Microsoft Word, and content management systems (CMS), as well as knowledge of standards such as DITA or ISO, are often required. Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management abilities help you work effectively with subject matter experts and meet project deadlines. These skills ensure the creation of clear, accurate, and user-friendly manuals that support product usability and customer satisfaction.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Technical Manual Writer?

A Technical Manual Writer typically spends their day researching products or systems, interviewing engineers or subject matter experts, and translating complex information into clear, user-friendly documentation. You may draft, revise, and format manuals, update content based on team feedback, and ensure that all materials comply with company or industry standards. Collaboration with product managers, designers, and quality assurance teams is common to ensure accuracy and usability. This role often involves managing multiple projects simultaneously and adapting to shifting priorities while delivering high-quality documentation on schedule.
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Senior Technical Manual Maintenance Tech

Senior Technical Manual Maintenance Tech

Raytheon Technologies

Tewksbury, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Date Posted:
2026-04-30
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB2 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ SUDBURY BLDG, Tewksbury Tb2 200 Sudbury
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
The Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Discipline organization is the central focus for Mission Systems Integration activities within Raytheon, responsible for defining customer needs, functional and product architecture, requirements definition and decomposition, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), system performance, System Security Engineering (SSE), integration and system level testing, identifying and resolving hardware, software, and networking issues, and developing automated or operator-driven tests in support of system-level integration, verification and validation.
Within SE&TC, Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is responsible for ensuring our products are Safe, Reliable, Maintainable and delivered on time. Life Cycle Engineering consists of multiple disciplines that support engineering, our program offices and our customers. Our Life Cycle Engineering disciplines participate in the total life cycle of our products from conception to deactivation. Our focus area is product support, including the following disciplines: Logistics, Technical Manuals, Training, Reliability, Maintainability, Supportability and Repair.
Raytheon is seeking a talented and motivated Tech Manual Maintenance Technician to join our team within the Deployment, Fielding, and Sustainment (DFS) Integrated Product Team (IPT), supporting the Lower Tier Air Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS) and GhostEye Radars.
This position will be based in Tewksbury, MA, Huntsville, AL, or El Paso, TX.
The Tech Manual Maintenance Technician (TMMT) is a multi-discipline engineer that will provide Tech Manual (TM) support to the DFS IPT. The TMMT will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) to assist Tech Manual development through extensive knowledge of all required organizational and field maintenance, and operations requirements, in an Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) environment. The TMMT is a liaison between the TM team and Engineering IPTs and will be accountable for supporting day-to-day execution crucial to the development and delivery of timely and targeted TMs.
What You Will Do:
  • Create and maintain technical manuals (TM), including system functional theory, operations, preventive and corrective maintenance, remove and install, and repair parts & special tools.
  • Provide technical assistance and additional technical support functions to TM personnel.
  • Assist in interpreting and validating technical information that will produce the TM, such as system product information, compiled technical reports, drawings, and parts lists.
  • Interface with the DoD customer and internal partners to optimize TM products and solutions in support of achieving maximum Operational Readiness.
  • Research and analyze documentation, thread memos, trade studies, and engineering subject matter expert (SME) input.
  • Assessing engineering change data for impacts to existing technical content.
  • Provide support, mentorship and/or development across sustainment disciplines.
  • Driving flawless technical, schedule, and cost performance of sustainment products and services that leverage best practices, process optimization, state of the art tools and techniques and people skills by establishing key process and product metrics and driving continuous improvement.
  • Providing SE&TC inputs to proposals, supporting customer proposal negotiations, executing program start-up to include program Integrated Master Plan/Integrated Master Schedule and performance baseline development.

Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field.
  • Experience generating technical process documentation.

Qualifications We Prefer
  • Experience in military environment, graduate of US military sensor or radar technical school (e.g., US Army MOS 94S Radar Repairer; MOS 14E Patriot Fire Control Enhanced Operator / Maintainer).
  • Experience with sensor or radar system operations and maintenance.
  • Understanding and working knowledge of Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs).
  • Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance employing specific TM information.
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics and illustrated parts breakdowns from compiled engineering technical reports, drawings, and parts lists.
  • Understanding of radar system architecture - major assemblies and associated subsystems.
  • Understanding of Repair, Replace, and Install of selected items with applicable maintenance tools and test equipment.
  • Knowledge and experience in the utilization of Test Measurement Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE), such as torque wrench, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, power meters, frequency counters, spectrum, and digital analyzers.
  • General knowledge of the IBCS C2 Node (EOC) and the Maintainer Monitoring Modules (M3) mission functions, support functions, and non-tactical functions.
  • Excellent technical writing, communication, and collaboration skills.
  • Knowledge of military standards.
  • Ability to correlate, analyze, and interpret data per defined procedures/guidelines.

What We Offer
Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
Learn More & Apply Now!
  • Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
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