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Konik

Technical Writer

Saint Paul, MN

$28 - $37/hr

Technical Writer Eagan, MN | On-Site | Contract to Hire | $28 - $37/hr Konik is partnering with a ... S. government regulations, candidates must be U.S. citizens to be considered for clearance.

Govcio LLC

Technical Writer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$113K - $123K/yr

This role ensures technical outputs are consumable by Government stakeholders, support review and ... TS/SCI CI Poly * 9+yrs of experience writing technical documentation for IT, cyber, or data ...

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Sterling, VA · On-site

Government customer, ensuring effective documentation and support for cybersecurity operations ... years of technical writing experience including developing cybersecurity communications ...

Everwatch

Technical Writer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$62.50 - $85.73/hr

EverWatch is a government solutions company providing advanced defense, intelligence, and deployed ... As a Technical Writer on our team, you'll support the drafting, writing, editing, formatting, proof ...

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Aptive

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The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of ... government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is ...

SOSi

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Charleston, SC · Hybrid

... government solutions business specializing in advanced technology systems and mission support. Its ... The Technical Writer works directly with tier leads and subject matter experts to produce clear ...

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Kratos Defense

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Crane, IN

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Spatial Front, Inc

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Arlington, VA · On-site

... Federal Government IT programs, translating complex technical concepts into accessible ... Required : • Bachelor's in English, Technical Writing, or related field. • 3 years of technical ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary government 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.

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AspectTemporary Government Technical WriterContract Government Technical Writer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in technical writing, communications, or related field; certifications like STC are commonSimilar credentials; often the same certifications and educational background
Work EnvironmentShort-term assignments within government agencies, often in office settingsProject-based roles, often remote or on-site, depending on contract terms
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies hiring temporary staff for specific projectsGovernment contractors providing technical writing services on a contractual basis

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Technical Writer

Konik

Saint Paul, MN

$28 - $37/hr

Full-time, Contractor

Medical, Dental

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Technical Writer

Eagan, MN | On-Site | Contract to Hire | $28 - $37/hr
Konik is partnering with a growing defense engineering company in the south metro area to hire a Technical Writer. This Technical Writing role will focus on developing and maintaining Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) for complex defense and engineering products. Our client fosters a collaborative, team-oriented environment. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity; our client has a strong track record of converting contract employees to full-time roles after an initial contracting period. If you're a detail-oriented Technical Writer passionate about creating high-quality, structured documentation for defense, aerospace, or complex engineering products, we encourage you to apply!
Technical Writer Responsibilities:

  • Create, organize, and edit technical content following style and terminology standards
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to research and interpret product specifications
  • Develop and update user procedures, technical manuals, and illustrations
  • Ensure consistency and clarity across documentation and maintain version control
  • Use authoring tools including XML/S1000D, PTC Arbortext, Microsoft Office, Adobe Illustrator, and Acrobat
  • Maintain and update documentation libraries as products evolve

Technical Writer Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Science, or related field
  • 2+ years of Technical Writing experience
  • Experience working on technical manuals (ideally interactive electronic technical manuals) in an engineering or manufacturing setting
  • Experience with XML based authoring tools such as Arbortext or similar; knowledge of S1000D or similar standards is preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • This position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance. Per U.S. government regulations, candidates must be U.S. citizens to be considered for clearance.

Benefits:

  • Health & dental insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • MN Earned Sick & Safe Time
  • Weekly paychecks
  • Eligible for Overtime


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Konik is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.
Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.

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