Sr Technical Writer
Scientific Research
Huntsville, AL · Posted October 20, 2026
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About the job
Description
Scientific Research Corporation (SRC) is an advanced information technology engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients. SRC is searching for a well-rounded Senior Technical Writer with experience creating formal documentation (e.g. technical orders, manuals, and instructions) to support design, installation, and configuration of Information Technology (IT) infrastructure for Command and Control Facilities (C2F) in the Colorado Springs area. Integration and engineering for IT systems will be conducted at the government's facilities in Colorado Springs, CO.
Performing comprehensive technical writing tasks within a team of systems engineers, network engineers, and infrastructure engineers supporting USSPACECOM activities
Supporting engineering staff by helping to drive documents through the review process
Reviewing and editing documents written by engineering staff to ensure the information is conveyed clearly and concisely
Ensuring conformance with appropriate standards and style guide
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Requirements
10 years of professional experience creating, editing, and reviewing technical materials
5-10 years of experience providing technical writing support within IT engineering teams
Bachelor's degree
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher
Desired Skills
Proficiency with Artificial Intelligence Tools for developing prompts and automating meeting minutes gathering
Clearance Information
SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET/ SCI ELIGIBILITY
Travel Requirements
Within US Space Command Area of Responsibility (Colorado Springs) as requested by government customer
About Us
Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.
SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
EEO
Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
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