Technical Writer
About The Position
Responsible to support Certification, Engineering, and other United Rotorcraft Departments by preparing new documents and/or revising existing documents in accordance with division procedures and work instructions. This role involves preparing and proofreading various documents such as Rotorcraft Flight Manual Supplements, Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, certification plans, test plans, structural substantiation reports, and other support documents. The position also requires revising existing documentation to meet new or additional requirements, including reports and FAA documents like Master Drawing Lists, Master Document Indices, and FAA Forms 8110-3. Assistance to Documentation Control may also be required.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical/engineering school; or one to three years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
- 1-3 years previous experience with aircraft systems (especially helicopters)
- General understanding of FAA certification process and requirements preferred
- Demonstrates critical thinking and reasoning skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, ability to prioritize and multi-task and meet deadlines
- Good technical writing skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
Nice To Haves
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings preferred
- Previous experience with MS Project or other schedule software preferred
- Previous experience with CAD software (AutoCAD and SolidWorks preferred) is a plus
Responsibilities
- Support Certification, Engineering, and other United Rotorcraft Departments by preparing new documents and/or revising existing documents in accordance with division procedures, training materials, and work instructions.
- Prepare (or assist in preparation of) and proofread documents, such as Rotorcraft Flight Manual Supplements, Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, certification plans, test plans, structural substantiation reports, and other support documents.
- Revise existing documentation to meet new or additional requirements, including reports and FAA documents such as Master Drawing Lists, Master Document Indices, etc. and FAA Forms 8110-3.
- Assist Documentation Control as required.
- Other Duties as assigned.
Benefits
- For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
