Apex Systems · 2 weeks ago
(VMS) Engineering Writer and Instructor
Elkridge, MD
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$40/hr - $66/hr
3+ years expApex Systems is hiring a dual‑role Technical Instructor / Engineering Writer to support advanced electronic systems, sensors, and radar technologies in a mission‑focused environment. This role involves teaching complex systems and creating high‑quality technical documentation while collaborating with engineers and subject‑matter experts.
Human ResourcesInformation TechnologyRecruiting
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and update technical training curriculum using Instructional Systems Design / Systems Approach to Training (ISD/SAT) methodologies
Deliver customer training aligned to military training standards
Teach system theory, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair
Conduct instruction in classroom/lecture and hands‑on lab environments
Create training artifacts such as:
Training program plans
Job task analyses
Course outlines
Lesson plans
Trainee guides, job aids, and assessments
Write, rewrite, and edit technical publications for electronic sensors and systems
Develop manuals covering:
System descriptions
Operation and maintenance
Troubleshooting and repair
Parts and support information
Research and compile information from contractual documents and engineering sources
Ensure publications comply with military specifications and standards
Publish content in:
Page‑based formats
Electronic (basic and interactive) formats
Structured formats (HTML, XML, SGML)
Conduct quality reviews of technical manuals and documentation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a STEM or related discipline
OR minimum of 3 years' experience in military operations and maintenance supporting: Radar systems, Communications systems, Electro‑optics, Networks or IT‑based sensors/systems
U.S. Citizenship required
Active DoD Secret clearance
Experience developing or supporting technical training curriculum
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Highly organized, proactive, detail‑oriented, and self‑motivated
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in challenging environmental conditions
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally
Preferred
Certified military instructor experience
5+ years of engineering or technical writing experience
SCORM‑compliant courseware development experience
Courseware media or interactive training development background
Experience publishing structured documentation (HTML, XML, SGML)
Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, instructors, writers, and program leads
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
Other insurance plans
ESPP (employee stock purchase program)
401K program
HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan)
SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions
Corporate discount savings program
Certification prep
Library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars
Certification discounts
Career Coach
Company
Apex Systems
Apex Systems, a division of On Assignment, provides organizations with IT staffing solutions to address gaps in their current workforce.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Roger Wahman
Chief Technology Officer - SVP
Andrea Schiola
Global Head of Technology Partnerships, SVP, Principal
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