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www.canvas-inc.com

Canvas provides technical business and engineering solutions for customers in the federal and commercial markets.

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Location
Eglin Afb, Florida, United States of America
Type
Full-time
Posted
Oct 15, 2026

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Technical Writer/Editor (PL)

at Canvas


Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, review, and edit technical documents, reports, manuals, and presentations to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
  • Collaborate with engineers, test personnel, and subject matter experts to gather technical information and translate it into clear, concise documentation.
  • Maintain document version control, formatting consistency, and compliance with organizational templates and style guides.
  • Track and manage document workflows, including routing for review, approval, and distribution.
  • Support the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs), test plans, data packages, and technical correspondence.
  • Ensure all documentation meets security, classification, and distribution requirements.
  • Provide support for the preparation of briefing materials, meeting minutes, and technical presentations as required.
  • Assist with the management of digital and physical document repositories for rapid retrieval and audit readiness.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 3–10 years of relevant experience,
    OR 6 years of relevant experience,
    OR Associate’s degree plus 4 years of relevant experience.

  • Demonstrated experience in technical writing, editing, or documentation support in a military, aerospace, or engineering environment.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
  • US Citizenship required.