What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer position at Astronics AES?
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JOB SUMMARY
Our Technical Writers transform complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and accurate content for the intended audience in the required format. Our primary function is to write Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), Service Bulletins (SBs), Service Information Letters (SILs), user manuals, and other customer-facing documents to support new and sustaining products.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Write and edit technical content in Simplified Technical English (STE) for hardware and software products.
- Research and translate technical information into content for nontechnical and technical users.
- Conduct interviews with various subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather content for deliverables.
- Produce deliverables that conform to internal department requirements and customer/ compliance requirements.
- Review work of others for completion and adherence to requirements.
- Actively participate in staff meetings and in internal department initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
This position may require knowledge of SOX / 404 internal audit controls and related documentation.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communications, Human-Centered Design Engineering, English, or similar.
- 2 years of experience as a technical writer
- Experience writing content that complies with ATA100, iSpec2200, or S1000D specifications for an Aerospace company, a plus
Competencies:
- Ability to pick up on technical things quickly, learn new skills and knowledge; good at learning new industry, company, product, or technical knowledge.
- Ability to persevere in projects – can maintain the energy and drive needed to complete multiple projects with different priorities on schedule
- Ability to effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn’t upset when things are up in the air; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Has excellent written and oral communication skills.
Technical Skills:
- Microsoft Office suite software
- Desktop publishing software (Adobe FrameMaker)
- Graphics software (Adobe Creative Cloud), a plus
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Must be a US Person (under ITAR rules) to be eligible.
- Proof of full vaccination will be required as a condition of employment in this position, subject to consideration of accommodations for medical or religious reasons.
- An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.
ACCOMMODATION REQUEST
Astronics AES is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 425-881-1700. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
COVID-19 considerations:
All CDC protocols are followed at AES.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Microsoft Powerpoint: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location