Aerospace Technical Documentation Specialist

Qualdoc • Newport News VA, VA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Seeking an experienced engineering technician with strong technical writing skills and aerospace, aviation, or avionics experience. This role combines hands-on engineering support with the creation and maintenance of technical documentation for testing, maintenance, certification, and engineering activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, technical diploma, or equivalent technical certification in Aerospace Engineering Technology, Avionics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of engineering technician experience in aerospace, aviation, or avionics.
• Demonstrated technical writing experience with procedures, test reports, and maintenance documentation in a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA, AS9100, DO-178/DO-254, ATA iSpec 2200, or equivalent standards.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, wiring/harnesses, soldering, bench testing, and common test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, torque tools, and calipers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with document control systems such as SharePoint, Windchill, Teamcenter, or PDM/PLM platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to meet schedule and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with MadCap Flare, FrameMaker, or similar technical authoring software.
• Experience supporting aerospace certification activities or audits.
• Familiarity with schematic capture, basic circuit troubleshooting, and avionics systems, including communication/navigation, flight controls, and sensors.
• Knowledge of configuration management and revision control practices.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain one, if required.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, wiring, bench testing, functional verification, calibration, and inspection of aerospace or aviation components and subsystems.
• Set up test rigs, instrument systems, collect and analyze test data, document results, and maintain test hardware.
• Create, revise, and maintain: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Test procedures and test reports, Maintenance instructions and work cards, Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), Installation and troubleshooting guides, Materials and Process (M&P) documentation.
• Ensure documentation aligns with applicable FAA, EASA, DO-178, DO-254, and AS9100 requirements.
• Convert engineering specifications and test results into clear documentation for technicians, engineers, and auditors.
• Work with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and product teams to develop and update technical content.
• Support root cause investigations and prepare technical summaries and corrective action reports.
• Maintain calibration records, spare-parts inventory, and laboratory safety documentation.
• Prepare certification evidence, test artifacts, and controlled documents for audits and certification activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree