Job Title: Senior Technical Writer, Software

Job Description

The Senior Technical Writer, Software role involves overseeing research, planning, design, development, and publication of safety-critical controlled documentation. This documentation serves various customers, including pilots, program managers, IT/Networking teams, and flight system deployment teams. The role focuses on autonomous drone systems, which are complex and integrated, requiring the translation of highly technical subject matter into industry-standard materials suitable for professionals in critical industries such as Public Safety, Law Enforcement, and Utilities.

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.

Essential Skills

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.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with XML, content management systems, Git, Jira, SharePoint.

Work Environment

This position is onsite in San Mateo.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Mateo, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Mateo,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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