POSITION SUMMARY:

Interpret mechanical system and electrical engineering drawings including their accompanying substantiation reports so that illustrations can be produced and supplemental instructions for continued airworthiness including but not limited to aircraft crew operating manuals and safety briefing information, can be written in support of receiving a regulatory approval for a modified aircraft. Duties shall be split between illustrating and technical writing, as workload requires.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Strong ability to read and understand engineering drawings is key

2. Review all systems and technical drawings to create procedural manuals for each component, system, interior configuration etc., which are customized specifically for each aircraft

3. Translate technical information into clear, readable documents to be used by technical personnel

4. Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards

5. Develop and update corporate documentation and forms as tasked by the manager

6. Coordinate with the production team to access the aircraft in order to validate the written procedural steps prior to aircraft close-up

7. Create simple illustrations to support manuals

8. Take digital photographs for reference and incorporating into projects as required

9. Quality check the hard copy and electronic files of the documents to ensure all requirements are met prior to submitting documents to external in-process review and final delivery

10. Provide estimated scope of work for cost preparation

11. Prepare and maintain project schedules as required

12. Advise and assist Technical Writers as needed

13. Maintain configuration control of files for historical purposes

14. Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES, ETC:

1. BS Degree in Industrial Technologies, graphics, technical arts or Aeronautics preferred with equivalent technical writing work experience

2. 6+ years of experience as an aviation technical writer or illustrator

3. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

4. Working knowledge of Adobe Frame Maker and Illustrator

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Excellent procedural technical writing skills with thorough knowledge of English grammar and punctuation

2. Ability to assimilate technical concepts quickly and to produce accurate procedural instructions

3. Demonstrated experience in designing and producing simple illustrations for technical documentation

4. Must have excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently but can seek guidance when necessary

5. Ability to meet tight deadlines and adjust to changing priorities