Technical Writing Specialist - Innovation in Aerospace & Defense

*Technical Writing Specialist – Innovation in Aerospace & Defense*

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

*Location:* Kansas City, MO
*Date:* 01/2026
*Job Type:* Full-Time
*Industry:* Aerospace, Defense, and Industrial Test Systems
*Citizenship Requirement:* U.S. Citizenship Required

DIT-MCO International, a trusted name in wire harness testing and aerospace innovation for over 75 years, is seeking a *Technical Writing Specialist* to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to design and deliver impactful training for sophisticated software and hardware systems used in mission-critical aerospace, defense, and industrial applications worldwide.

If you enjoy developing technical curriculum, leading hands-on training, and collaborating across engineering, customer service, and product teams, we want to hear from you.

*Why Join Us?*

? Play a key role in developing and delivering training for industry-leading test systems

? Work closely with engineering, customer service, and internal teams to support product knowledge and adoption

? Engage in both classroom and hands-on technical training environments

? Be part of a stable, innovative company with a long-standing reputation in aerospace and defense

*About the Role*

In this role, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of training curriculum and materials for DIT-MCO software and hardware products. Training will be delivered using a variety of modalities, including instructor-led training (at our facility and customer sites), virtual training, on-demand eLearning, or blended approaches.

You will also support documentation development, assist with customer technical issues, and collaborate with engineering on product validation and testing efforts.

*What You’ll Do*

? Develop content for DIT-MCO’s public-facing Learning Management System (iSpring)

? Plan, develop, organize, write, and edit training materials, user documentation, operational procedures, and manuals

? Deliver live instructor-led training at DIT-MCO facilities and customer sites

? Support virtual and on-demand training initiatives

? Oversee and coordinate all DIT-MCO software and hardware training activities

? Collaborate with Engineering on software and hardware validation and testing

? Assist Customer Service in resolving software and hardware issues

? Travel to domestic and international customer sites as required

*What You Bring*

? Associate degree from a 2-year technical school in Engineering or a suitable equivalent combination of education and experience in wire harness testing or manufacturing (preferred)

? U.S. Citizenship and ability to access restricted U.S. military facilities

? Experience creating technical curriculum and facilitating training classes

? Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting in classroom or factory environments

? Experience with technical writing

*Technical Skills*

? Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

? Experience with HTML and CSS

? Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (iSpring preferred)

DIT-MCO offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful programs that support aerospace and defense customers around the world. xhqgsiq *Apply today and help shape the future of technical training in mission-critical testing systems.*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance



Education:
* Associate (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:
* Kansas City, MO 64130 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person