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Japanese Translator \nPay Rate: $32/hour+ \nLocation: Huntsville, AL \nContract Type: 1 year contract, extension possible \n \n*Housing allowance and mileage reimbursement provided for out of state candidates! \n \nFor those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a Japanese Translator to work at a premier client in Huntsville. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity. \n \nSalary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $32/hr + depending on experience \n \nWhy you should apply to be a Japanese Translator: \n• Work for a premier client in Huntsville \n• 1 year contract with opportunity to extend long term \n• Housing Allowance Offered for Out of State Candidates \n• Reimbursement for work commute mileage \n• Opportunity to work in a manufacturing environment \n \nWhat’s a typical day as a Japanese Translator? You’ll be: \n• Listening to, understanding, and translating spoken or written statements from one language to another \n• Reproducing statements in another language for unique listening or reading audience \n• Facilitating effective communication between two parties that do not speak a similar language \n• Attending conferences and meetings and acting as official translator to mediate discussion \n• Relaying concepts and ideas between languages \n• Reporting to the Language Services Manager \n \nThis job might be an outstanding fit if you: \n• Possess a High School Diploma or GED \n• Have 1+ years’ experience in a Translator or Interpreter role, preferably in a manufacturing environment \n• Have Japanese language skills (Reading, Writing, Speaking) \n• Possess good communication skills; a collaborative mindset; and customer service skills \n \nWhat happens next \nOnce you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more. \n \nHelping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a Japanese Translator today! \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tAs part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Get a complete career fit with Kelly®. You’re looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we’re here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your career. \n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. \n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t

Job DescriptionDescription: • Provide accurate interpretation between Mandarin and English for technical discussions, meetings, and training sessions in the manufacturing, mechanical engineering, and robotics domains., • Assist in bridging language gaps between Mandarin-speaking team members and English-speaking counterparts to ensure smooth collaboration and understanding., • Work closely with project teams to convey technical information, specifications, and instructions accurately., • Support communication during 12-hour shifts from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am, adhering to a 2-2-3 schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on).Requirements:, • Fluent in Mandarin and English, with strong verbal and written communication skills in both languages., • Background in manufacturing, mechanical engineering, or robotics to facilitate precise interpretation of technical terms and concepts., • Proven experience as an interpreter in technical and engineering settings., • Ability to work 12-hour shifts and adhere to a 2-2-3 schedule throughout the project duration., • Excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to maintain confidentiality., • Bachelor's degree in language studies, engineering, or related field preferred., • Previous experience as an interpreter in manufacturing or engineering environments is highly desirable., • Certification in interpretation or language studies is a plus.

Job Description The Technical Writer/Editor is responsible for researching, writing, and editing new and existing content and working closely with various departments to understand project requirements. Independently gathers information from SMEs to develop, organize and write procedure manuals, technical specifics, process documents, architecture templates, etc. Duties: • Research, outline, write, and edit new and existing content, working closely with various departments to understand project requirements., • Independently gathers information from subject matter experts to develop, organize, and write procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation., • A Bachelor's degree in English, • Must have military experience, • Minimum of five (5) years' experience in proposal writing in response to Federal and/or State Request for Proposals (RFP) and analyzing / understanding RFP requirements, • Demonstrated writing skills, including composition of effective and strategic RFIs, and RFP/RFQ. What You'll Bring to the Table • In this role you will join the MB Solutions family that enjoys a team culture and collaborative engagement with all levels of proposal contributors., • You have a hunger for knowledge, a thirst for quality, and an eye for accuracy. Each proposal allows you to learn about exciting innovations that sustain and support our government, including our military., • Your strengths in the written word, communications, and the English language (grammar nerds welcomed and embraced), will be appreciated throughout the proposal development process. You'll learn and grow an expertise in weaving in win strategies, themes, and discriminators into proposal artifacts, making an impact to important solutions supporting our customers. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description The Technical Writer II for the DeCPTR-Nuclear project will focus on creating and maintaining technical documentation that supports nuclear radiation survivability testing. This role involves working under the guidance of senior technical writers and project managers to develop clear, concise, and accurate documentation. The Technical Writer II will collaborate with technical teams to gather information and support the documentation process, ensuring that the project's documentation needs are met effectively. Responsibilities: • Documentation Development: Create and edit technical documents, including user manuals, standard operating procedures, and reports, under the guidance of senior staff., • Collaboration: Work with engineers, scientists, and other subject matter experts to gather and verify information for documentation purposes., • Quality Assurance: Ensure that all documents meet established standards and guidelines, incorporating feedback from reviews and edits as necessary., • Project Support: Assist in managing documentation timelines and deliverables, ensuring that project deadlines are met., • Content Management: Maintain documentation databases and repositories, ensuring that all documents are organized and accessible. Requirements:, • U.S. Citizenship required, • Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field. Technical degrees or coursework in relevant technical subjects can be beneficial., • 2-5 years of experience in technical writing, with familiarity in documentation processes and tools., • Certifications:, • Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC) Foundation Level, or similar accreditation., • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) preferred., • Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) preferred.

Job Description At Strata-G, we know it takes talented and dedicated people to deliver solutions for a greater cause, and we consider our employees to be our greatest asset. We are a growing, dynamic organization offering diverse challenges to innovative professionals. We're looking for a skilled Technical Writer to support U.S. Army weapon system programs across the full lifecycle-from design and production through fielding, sustainment, and depot maintenance. In this role, you'll work closely with Engineering, Logistics, Configuration Management, and Field Support Teams to ensure technical documentation is accurate, compliant, and usable by Soldiers, maintainers, and depot personnel. What You'll Do Technical Manual Development & Updates • Develop, update, and maintain Army Technical Manuals (TMs), including Operator, Field Maintenance, Depot Maintenance, and IPB content, • Ensure compliance with MIL-STD-40051 (IADS/XML) and MIL-HDBK-2361, • Produce deliverables in required formats, including XML/SGML source files, graphics, style sheets/FOSIs, DTD artifacts, and final IADS/PDF outputs, • Translate engineering data (drawings, schematics, TDPs, ECPs, software changes) into clear, accurate content for operators and maintainers, • Develop and maintain Maintenance Operation Work Requirements (MOWs) and Depot Work Maintenance Requirements (DWMRs), • Ensure compliance with MIL-PRF-63002M, Army logistics standards, and sustainment requirements, • Participate in TM validation events at contractor or government facilities, • Conduct hands-on walkthroughs of maintenance, PMCS, troubleshooting, and system administration procedures, • Incorporate redlines and revision-controlled updates, • Support Government verification activities in accordance with AR 25-30, AMC Pam 25-31, and program guidance, • Prepare and submit validation reports per DI-TMSS-81819, • Ensure TM content aligns with ILS and provisioning products, including PPL, ARL, LLTIL, LORA, FMECA, MTA, and sparing recommendations, • Incorporate updates from EDFP, Logistics Product Data changes, and material master updates, • Coordinate with provisioning teams to ensure accurate SMR codes, parts lists, and maintenance allocation, • Support documentation for fielding activities and New Equipment Training (NET), • Update manuals and job aids based on field feedback and hardware/software changes, • Assist with depot-level repair documentation and special tool updates, • Track and implement updates from ECPs, baseline changes, provisioning updates, and Government review comments, • Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field or equivalent DoD technical writing experience, • 5+ years developing Army or DoD Technical Manuals, • Experience supporting TM validation and verification events, • Experience with depot-level maintenance publications and ILS artifacts, • Strong ability to interpret engineering data, provisioning outputs, and LSA products, • Experience supporting an Army weapon system program, • Familiarity with provisioning standards and products, including:, • GEIA-STD-0007, • EDFP, LPD, LSA-030, ARL, • Knowledge of maintenance levels (O/I/D), SMR codes, and logistics data systems, • Experience supporting NET or fielding events Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Location: Huntsville, AL Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance Employment Type: Full-Time / On-site Support Position Overview The Technical Writer supports the U.S. Army Aviation Field Maintenance Directorate (AFMD) by developing, revising, and managing high-quality technical documentation in support of aviation, missile, and ground equipment sustainment. This role provides direct support to engineering, logistics, and quality teams, ensuring all technical content meets Army, program, and Sigmatech standards. The Technical Writer applies expert technical writing skills, XML authoring experience, and MWO (Maintenance Work Order) development knowledge to produce clear, accurate, and compliant deliverables for the government customer. Primary Responsibilities * Develop, revise, and maintain technical manuals, engineering documentation, SOPs, and program materials in accordance with Army and AFMD standards. * Create, format, and publish documentation using XML-based authoring tools (e.g., Arbortext, Oxygen, or similar). * Support full-cycle MWO development, including content generation, formatting, change management, compliance with MIL-STD requirements, and coordination with engineering. * Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), In-Progress Reviews (IPRs), and technical discussions to gather requirements and translate engineering data into clear, user-focused documentation. * Prepare and deliver interim status updates, technical reports, schedules, and presentations as required. * Ensure technical accuracy by working closely with SMEs, engineers, and logisticians to validate content and incorporate updates. * Follow established configuration control, documentation workflows, and quality processes in accordance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 practices. * Develop illustrations, diagrams, and supporting artifacts to enhance the usability and clarity of technical publications. • Develop workbooks and work procedures for obsolescence repair support and mitigation. Edit and format final deliverables for consistency, grammar, and compliance with Army style guides (e.g., DA PAMs, MIL-STDs, TM formats). * Protect all sensitive information in accordance with non-disclosure and security requirements. Minimum Education & Experience Requirements * Bachelor of Science in a relevant field of study (e.g., Technical Writing, Engineering Technology, Communications, or related discipline). * Eight or more years of experience in general business, technical composition, or documentation development. * Ten years of experience in military technical writing with demonstrated knowledge of Army technical manual standards, formats, and sustainment processes. Additional Required Qualifications * Ability to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, TDPs, and maintenance procedures. * Strong understanding of Army aviation or ground maintenance workflows, sustainment documentation, and configuration management. * Skilled in producing clear, technically accurate documentation for military audiences. * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and technical illustration practices.

Job Description The Lead Technical Writer for the DeCPTR-Nuclear project is responsible for leading the creation of comprehensive technical documentation that supports nuclear radiation survivability testing. This role involves developing and managing complex documentation projects, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with industry standards. The Lead Technical Writer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, scientists, and project managers, to gather information and produce high-quality documentation that facilitates stakeholder understanding and project success. Responsibilities: • Documentation Leadership: Lead the development of complex documentation sets, including technical guides, reports, and strategic documentation plans., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, scientists, and other subject matter experts to gather and verify information, ensuring documentation is accurate and comprehensive., • Quality Assurance: Ensure all documents meet established standards and guidelines, conducting reviews and updates as necessary., • Mentorship and Guidance: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technical writers, helping them develop their skills and understand project requirements., • Standards Compliance: Ensure documentation complies with ISO 9001 quality management standards and DoD regulatory requirements. Requirements:, • U.S. Citizenship required, • Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field. A technical degree in Engineering or Computer Science can be advantageous., • 5-8 years or more of experience in technical writing, particularly within the defense, aerospace, or technology sectors. Proficiency in using advanced documentation tools and content management systems., • Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC) - Practitioner or Expert Level.