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Technical Writer

George Konik Associates

Eagan, MN · Posted October 5, 2026

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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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