Technical Communications Specialist Jobs

Technical Communications Specialist jobs are open across aerospace, healthcare, software, and government contracting, from entry-level to senior and principal, with specializations in API documentation, regulatory writing, and instructional design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles31
Top stateVirginia
Top employerXometry
Top cityMcLean, VA
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryEducation

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Enterprise Technical Sales Consultant, Unified Communications, Spectrum Business
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Enterprise Technical Sales Consultant, Unified Communications, Spectrum Business
Spectrum
Austin, Texas
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Technical Communications Specialist
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Technical Communications Specialist
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Livermore, California
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
$96k - $141k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in information technology
5,001-10,000

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Communications & Technical Publications Specialist (TEMP)
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Communications & Technical Publications Specialist (TEMP)
University of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida
Administrative & Office Support
Compliance & Legal
Paralegal & Legal Support
$28.74 - $45.5/hr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Technical Services Support Specialist II - Technology & Communications, Information Systems Services
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Technical Services Support Specialist II - Technology & Communications, Information Systems Services
Howard County
Columbia, Maryland
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$33.46 - $37.71/hr
ITIL Certification

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Technical Operations Systems Specialist Sr *Fleet Communications*
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Technical Operations Systems Specialist Sr *Fleet Communications*
Gulfstream Aerospace
Savannah, Georgia
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering technology
10,000+

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Technical Communications Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Xometry3 open roles
Spectrum3 open roles
Loram2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Manufacturing

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in technical communications specialist jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in technical writing, communications, English, or a related field
  • Proficiency in authoring tools such as MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, or Oxygen XML
  • Experience creating user manuals, API documentation, or standard operating procedures
  • Familiarity with style guides including Microsoft Writing Style Guide or Chicago Manual
  • Ability to work with subject-matter experts to gather and translate technical information
  • Knowledge of content management systems and version control platforms like Git

Tips for Your Technical Communications Specialist Job Search

Tailor your portfolio to the domain

Hiring managers in regulated industries like medical devices or aerospace want samples that reflect their content types. Swap in relevant work first, whether that's IFU documents, compliance manuals, or API reference guides, before you apply to any opening.

List your authoring tools explicitly

Many applicant tracking systems screen for tools like MadCap Flare, Oxygen XML, or Adobe FrameMaker by exact keyword. If you use them, name them in your skills section exactly as they appear in the job posting, not just as general categories.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists technical communications specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight collaboration with engineering teams

Descriptions that show you work directly with subject-matter experts, attend sprint reviews, or contribute to doc-as-code workflows signal to tech companies that you can function inside a developer environment, not just polish finished content.

Prepare a writing sample walkthrough for interviews

Many technical communications panels ask you to present a piece of your own work and explain your decisions. Choose a sample with a clear before-and-after story or a user scenario you solved for, so you can walk the hiring team through your process.

Negotiate scope alongside salary

Technical communications roles vary widely in what they own. Before accepting an offer, clarify whether you will be managing a style guide, owning a docs site, or supporting multiple product teams. Scope affects workload, visibility, and your next title.

Technical Communications Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most technical communications specialists?

The companies hiring the most technical communications specialists right now include Xometry, Spectrum, and Loram, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Texas, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in aerospace, enterprise software, and healthcare technology.

How many technical communications specialist jobs are remote?

About 70% of technical communications specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how document-centric this role is. API documentation, software user guides, and cloud-platform content tend to be the most remote-friendly sub-areas, while regulated industries like aerospace or medical devices more often require on-site access to controlled environments.

How do you become a technical communications specialist?

Start with a degree in technical writing, English, communications, or a related field, then build a portfolio of real or practice documents such as user guides, quick-reference cards, or API references. Learn at least one industry-standard authoring tool, study a recognized style guide, and pursue a certification from the Society for Technical Communication if you want a credential that signals professional standards to employers.

Can you get hired as a technical communications specialist with little experience?

Yes, entry-level openings exist, and a strong portfolio often matters more than years on a resume. Create sample documentation for open-source projects, volunteer to write procedures for a nonprofit, or contribute to public API docs to build real examples. Targeting smaller software companies or government contractors that need generalist writers is a practical starting point for candidates without deep experience.

What does the technical communications specialist interview process look like?

Most processes include a recruiter screen, a hiring-manager interview focused on your documentation process and tool experience, and a writing or editing exercise. Some employers ask you to present a portfolio sample and walk through your decisions. Regulated industries may add a panel with engineering or compliance stakeholders who assess whether you can accurately interpret technical source material.

Where can I find and apply to technical communications specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to technical communications specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find the roles that fit your experience, domain, and preferred work arrangement, then apply directly to each listing from the page.

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