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Job ID: 6461
Date Posted: February 17, 2026

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Technical Writer Assistant to support the Program Documentation and Marketing teams. This person will gain practical experience in developing and editing a variety of documents. This position is part-time and is located onsite in North Logan, UT.

Qualified applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.

Key Responsibilities:

Researches, writes, formats, and edits documents including reports and presentations
Provides general administrative support
Supports the development of test plans, procedures, and reports
Attends meetings to capture action items and minutes
Supports full-time technical writers and copywriters with approved assignments
Supports proposals as needed

Required Qualifications:

Must be enrolled at Utah State University (USU) with at least three (3) semesters remaining in your education
Proficiency in MS Office
Excellent written communication skills
Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to follow up and close the loop
Ability to be proactive and work effectively with little direct supervision
Ability to work productively alone and in a team
Ability to meet tight deadlines
Ability to understand (or research when needed) technical and engineering concepts, and document them clearly
Ability to assess deadlines, set individual priorities, and maintain flexibility when priorities shift unexpectedly
Must be available to work 15-20 hours per week during semesters and up to 40 hours per week during summer
Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a degree in technical writing or a related field
Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite

Student Scholar Program: SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees to develop real-world experience and knowledge beyond the classroom through our Student Scholar Program. This program offers monthly technical workshops, outreach activities, and academic stipends to eligible student employees. All SDL student employees are invited to participate in the program to expand their professional network while supporting SDL's mission.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

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