Aston Carter · 4 hours ago
Technical Writer
San Mateo, CA
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$45/hr - $50/hr
3+ years expAston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions and is seeking a Senior Technical Writer, Software. This role involves overseeing the creation and publication of technical documentation for safety-critical systems, particularly in the context of autonomous drone systems, while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and clarity.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Author, maintain, and publish technical documentation including user manuals, installation guides, safety instructions, product specifications, and white papers
Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, curriculum designers, and multimedia teams to gather requirements and translate technical content into accessible formats
Build and manage a portfolio of structured content for various users, including operators, technicians, and training staff
Ensure documentation meets industrial and regulatory compliance standards such as FAA, OSHA, NIST, and IEEE
Lead the development of 2D/3D visuals and graphics to support technical documentation and training content
Maintain document control protocols and version tracking in accordance with best practices and regulatory requirements
Represent the technical writing function in stakeholder meetings and communicate effectively with leaders and cross-functional partners
Contribute to the evolution of internal documentation processes and tools with a future path toward managing a growing content team
Qualification
Required
3–6 years of experience (5+ preferred) in technical writing, particularly in safety-critical, industrial, or defense-focused environments
Experience working with technical teams to convert PRDs, user stories, flight test results, diagnostics, analytics, UI wireframes, and system limitations into end-user documentation
Ability to author across multiple content types, including manuals, reference guides, white papers, 2D/3D visual content, and interactive training assets
Deep understanding of documentation control processes and content lifecycle management
Familiarity with industrial regulations and standards including FAA, OSHA, IEEE, ASCE, and NIST
Professional conduct and experience working with cross-functional stakeholders, including executives
Comfortable operating independently and owning end-to-end documentation projects
Preferred
Experience with XML, content management systems, Git, Jira, SharePoint
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
Aston Carter
Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2011-01-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Juan Pablo McCausland-PHR, CDP
Human Resources Business Partner
Sherry Guevara
Regional Human Resources Partner-West Region
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