Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. We are looking for a Technical Writer to join our growing team.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position is located on-site in Sedro-Woolley, Washington State. 

The Technical Writer is responsible for developing, organizing, and maintaining internal documentation that supports operational clarity, cross-functional collaboration, and knowledge retention. This role ensures that content across platforms. including the company wiki, knowledge hubs, and internal guides, is accurate, accessible, and aligned with organizational standards.

Technical Writers work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), engineers, and operational leaders to capture tribal knowledge, translate complex information, and implement scalable documentation systems. The role spans tactical content creation, strategic process improvement, and platform stewardship.

The following essential job functions are performed as a Technical Writer: 

• Conduct gap analyses of existing documentation to identify missing, outdated, or redundant content
• Interview and collaborate with SMEs to extract and document critical and tribal knowledge
• Translate complex technical concepts into accessible content tailored for a broad internal audience
• Develop and maintain templates, content models, and workflows to support scalable documentation
• Audit internal documentation for accuracy, relevance, and consistency with best practices
• Enforce standardized formatting and content guidelines across all platforms
• Organize content in intuitive, searchable structures that support operational efficiency
• Monitor and maintain content standards for the company wiki, knowledge hub, and related systems
• Track and report documentation metrics, update cycles, and usage trends
• Support onboarding and training efforts by developing documentation-related learning materials
• Collaborate with IT and platform owners to improve usability and structure of documentation tools
• Lead the design and delivery of training programs related to documentation and knowledge management
• Contribute to web design, UX writing, or platform configuration as needed
• Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines
• Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3)
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields is preferred:
  
  • Technical Communication / Technical Writing
  • Communications or Journalism (with technical experience)
  • UX Writing / Content Design / Web Design
  • Knowledge Management or Organizational Development
  • Industrial Engineering
• Strong writing, editing, and formatting skills across technical and operational domains
• Familiarity with documentation platforms (e.g., Confluence, SharePoint, Notion, or custom wikis)
• Experience with version control, content lifecycle management, and documentation audits
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Background in web design, UX writing, or content architecture is a plus
• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or engineering environments preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments
• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or engineering environments is beneficial but not required
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Salary range for this role is between $80,000 - $105,000, plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities.

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts 

Not sure that you’ll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We’ll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status.  Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997.

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.