Technical Writer and Editor (Level 2) / Principal Technical Writer and Editor (Level 3)

About the Role

We are excited to announce an opening for a Technical Writer and Editor (Level 2) / Principal Technical Writer and Editor (Level 3). This position is 100% on site at our Gilbert, AZ location and requires working 2nd shift (3:00 pm – 12:30 am). Join our innovative team and contribute to the future of space systems manufacturing!

The Technical Writer and Editor for Space Systems are expected to write, rewrite, and edit technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences. They acquire subject knowledge by interviewing product developers, observing production methods, and referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals.

Job Duties

• Plans sequences of fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations relating to specific portions of the product for guidance of production workers.
• Plans detail operations from blueprints, engineering orders, change notices, and other engineering releases.
• Determines the need for tooling and makes recommendations for the design and planning of required tools.
• Supports HWC (Harness Work Center) production technicians by interpreting drawings and specifications.
• Writes work instructions for HWC operations and workflow to improve efficiency in production.
• Writes/rewrites technical documents to communicate to employees building products.
• Assists in training employees.
• Evaluates or improves existing manufacturing processes with a focus on production capabilities and affordability.
• Specifies, identifies and procures new harness manufacturing equipment for production readiness and preparedness.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications Level 2

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience in manufacturing and/or aerospace industry.
• Master’s degree with experience in manufacturing and/or aerospace industry.
• High School diploma or equivalent with 6 years of experience in manufacturing and/or aerospace industry.
• 2 years experience with process flows, manufacturing principles and production operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills (both oral and written).

Basic Qualifications Level 3

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience in manufacturing and/or aerospace industry.
• Master’s degree with 3 years of experience in manufacturing and/or aerospace industry OR Ph.D. with 1 year of experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent with 9 years of experience in manufacturing and/or aerospace industry.
• 5 years experience with process flows, manufacturing principles and production operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills (both oral and written).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in wire harnesses and writing work instructions.
• Strong expertise using the full suite of Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience in computer systems such as MES, Deltek Costpoint, PTC Windchill, Tableau, Minitab.

Additional Information

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.