Technical Publications Specialist

Our Company • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

Signalink is seeking a Technical Publications Specialist to support the development of U.S. Army technical publications. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong experience in XML tagging and structured authoring environments who will work in tandem with senior technical writers and subject matter experts to produce compliant, high-quality technical documentation. The selected candidate will focus on structuring, tagging, and formatting content to meet military specifications and data standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in XML tagging, structured authoring, or technical publications support within a DoD or regulated environment.
• Hands-on experience with XML-based authoring tools (e.g., ArborText, Oxygen XML Editor, or similar).
• Familiarity with structured documentation standards such as S1000D or equivalent.
• Experience supporting development of DoD technical publications (e.g., TMs, MWOs, or similar deliverables).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow complex formatting and data structuring requirements.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment supporting senior writers and SMEs.
• Active Secret clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% as required.
• Must be a U.S Citzen

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting DoD programs.
• Familiarity with ArborText, Adobe FrameMaker, or Adobe Illustrator.
• Understanding of technical publication workflows, including validation and verification (V&V) support.
• Exposure to configuration management systems and document control processes.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Information Systems, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform XML tagging and structured authoring of technical content in accordance with applicable standards (e.g., S1000D or similar schema-based frameworks).
• Support the development of Technical Manuals (TMs), Operator and Maintenance work packages, and Modification Work Orders (MWOs) by formatting and structuring content provided by senior technical writers.
• Apply and maintain familiarity with military and logistics standards, including MIL-HDBK-1222, MIL-PRF-63002, and MIL-STD-40051, ensuring all documentation is compliant.
• Collaborate closely with senior technical writers, engineers, and logistics personnel to ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper data structuring of documentation.
• Format text, tables, figures, and procedural steps within XML-based authoring tools to ensure usability and compliance with government requirements.
• Assist with document updates, revisions, and change incorporation, including redlines and customer feedback.
• Support document quality assurance efforts by conducting detailed reviews for formatting, tagging accuracy, and adherence to style and data standards.
• Maintain version control and proper file management in accordance with company and customer systems.
• Track progress on assigned deliverables and communicate status to project leads.

Benefits

• Our industry-leading benefits package goes above and beyond competitive salary commensuration for those just beginning their career and seasoned professionals alike.
• Our comprehensive benefits package includes full coverage medical insurance, multiple retirement plan options, short and long term disability, life insurance, and work/life benefits including career development and recognition programs.
• Other perks we offer are flexible work schedules, company-sponsored events, and educational assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees