Technical Scribe

Location: Anniston, AL

Pay: $33.85/hr

contract position

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Scribe Contractor to join our team on a contract basis. The Technical Scribe will be responsible for reviewing, performing, and documenting comments related to operator, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures. This includes verifying technical accuracy, logic, functionality, and compliance with military standards (MIL-STD). Applicants with excellent writing and editing skills, strong technical aptitude, and attention to detail are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and edit drafted technical procedures for accuracy and compliance
• Analyze and comment on operator, maintenance, and troubleshooting documentation
• Ensure documentation aligns with military standards and functional requirements
• Collaborate with technical teams to improve procedure clarity and completeness

Skills Required

• Writing and Communication:
• Clear, concise, and accurate documentation skills
• Strong grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office)
• Familiarity with military vehicles or publications
• Basic understanding of MIL-STD-40051
• Analytical and Organizational Skills:
• Ability to analyze and simplify complex technical information
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational skills for file and record management

Skills Preferred

• Advanced Writing/Communication:
• Experience producing complex technical documentation, especially for military applications
• Strong editing and proofreading abilities
• Technical Proficiency:
• Deep knowledge of military vehicles and systems (air, ground, or naval)
• Familiarity with military publications and standards (MIL-STD-40051, Mil-Hdbk-1222)
• Military Documentation Experience:
• Experience creating or editing technical manuals, repair manuals, and training materials
• Understanding of military documentation processes, procedures, terminology, and acronyms (e.g., DoD, NATO, MIL-STD)

Experience Required

• 2–3 years of technical writing experience, ideally in military or defense environments
• 1–2 years working with military documentation (manuals, repair, training materials)
• At least 1 year of experience with military standards/regulations (e.g., MIL-STD-40051)
• 1–2 years analyzing complex technical information
• 4–6 years of related technical writing, documentation, or analysis experience

Experience Preferred

• Possession of a valid security clearance (e.g., Secret) is preferred but not mandatory
• 3+ years with military documentation (technical, repair, training manuals; standards compliance)
• 5+ years of technical writing, preferably in defense-related industries
• Experience creating complex technical documentation

Education Required

• Certifications in technical writing (e.g., CPTC, CWNP) or related fields strongly preferred
• Continuing education/professional development in technical writing/editing is a plus
• Familiarity with military standards/regulations (e.g., MIL-STD-40051) highly preferred
• Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 91P, 91H, 91M, or 91A, or equivalent experience considered
• Relevant coursework in technical writing, editing, communication, or technical fields (engineering, computer science, military studies) is desirable

Education Preferred

• Technical writing certifications
• Continuing professional development in writing or communications
• MOS 91P, 91H, 91M, or 91A experience
• Coursework in technical writing, military/defense studies, or technical disciplines
• Familiarity with military standards/regulations (e.g., MIL-STD-40051)

The Process: To apply for this position, please follow these steps: Apply for this job with your current resume. We’ll get back to you the same day with some feedback on your application. Next you’ll be invited to an online screening conversation so we can go over the job requirements together and you can ask questions. After this stage we’ll give you more feedback on your application and select the candidates to move forward in the process. Typically steps 1 to 4 takes less than 24 hours.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

HRU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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