Aerospace Engineering Documentation Technician

Qualdoc • Newport News, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Seeking an experienced Engineering Technician / Technical Writer with an aerospace, aviation, or avionics background. This position combines hands-on engineering support with the creation and maintenance of technical documentation used for testing, maintenance, certification, engineering, and quality activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, technical diploma, or equivalent technical certification in Aerospace Engineering Technology, Avionics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of engineering technician experience in aerospace, aviation, or avionics.
• Experience creating technical procedures, test reports, maintenance documentation, or similar content in a regulated industry.
• Knowledge of FAA, EASA, AS9100, DO-178/DO-254, ATA iSpec 2200, or equivalent aerospace standards.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, wiring/harnesses, soldering, bench testing, and common test equipment such as: Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum analyzers, Torque tools, Calipers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and document control systems such as SharePoint, Windchill, Teamcenter, or PDM/PLM.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work within schedule and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting aerospace certification activities or audits.
• Familiarity with schematic capture, basic circuit troubleshooting, and avionics systems, including communications/navigation, flight controls, and sensors.
• Knowledge of configuration management and revision control.
• Experience with technical authoring tools such as MadCap Flare or FrameMaker.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain one, if required.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on assembly, wiring, bench testing, functional verification, calibration, and inspection of aerospace/aviation components and subsystems.
• Set up test rigs and instrumentation, operate test equipment, collect and analyze data, and document test results.
• Develop, revise, and maintain: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Test procedures and reports, Maintenance instructions and work cards, Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), Installation and troubleshooting guides, Materials & Process (M&P) documentation.
• Convert engineering specifications, test data, and technical requirements into clear documentation for technicians, engineers, and auditors.
• Ensure documentation aligns with applicable FAA, EASA, DO-178, DO-254, and AS9100 requirements.
• Work with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and product teams to gather technical information and implement document revisions.
• Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and technical reporting.
• Maintain calibration records, spare-parts inventory, lab documentation, and safety compliance.
• Prepare certification evidence, test artifacts, and controlled documentation for audits and certification activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level