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REMOTE Technical Writer

Actalent
East Syracuse, NY Remote Contractor
POSTED ON 1/17/2026 CLOSED ON 2/17/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the REMOTE Technical Writer position at Actalent?

Technical Writer

We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Writer with a strong experience in developing clear, concise, and structured documentation for complex technology-based systems. You will work with the ILS team on complex projects to produce documentation, user manuals, operations and maintenance manuals, and quick reference guides.

Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain structured documentation for complex technology systems.
  • Collaborate with the ILS team to produce user manuals, operations manuals, and quick reference guides.
  • Ensure all documentation complies with DoD, FAA standards, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Utilize template design software to create documents in MS Word and PDF formats.
  • Engage in document control processes to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Essential Skills

  • 3 years of relevant experience in technical writing.
  • Proficiency in document control, DoD, and FAA compliance.
  • Experience with template design software, MS Word, and PDF files.
  • BA/BS degree in writing, information design, or communication.
  • Familiarity with military/DOD standards and structured document creation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with MadCap Flare and HTML template writing.
  • Familiarity with DoD, Aerospace, or FAA programs.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $40 - $50

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