Aviation Technical Writer I

- Entry Level

Lexington, MN

Accommodation

About the position

The position involves writing, rewriting, and editing technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications. The goal is to communicate technical specifications and instructions clearly and effectively to aviation mechanics. The role requires acquiring subject knowledge by referring to technical specifications, blueprints, and engineering illustrations or models.

Responsibilities

• Researches, writes, edits and proofreads aviation technical data for use in documents or sections of documents such as manuals, procedures and specifications
• Ensures technical documentation is accurate, complete, meets editorial and government specifications and adheres to standards for quality, graphics, coverage, format and style
• Assists in establishing style guidelines and standards for texts and illustrations
• Retrieves, organizes, analyzes and synthesizes subject matter and transforms it into easy-to-understand information
• Creates or revises hardware or software product documentation, which includes installation, operation and maintenance instructions and other technical publications such as technical advisories and release notes
• Performs work under general supervision
• Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or two years directly related experience
• Avionics or electrical experience desired
• Must be a US citizen

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits
• Competitive pay
• Growth opportunities
• Excellent retirement options