Technical Author

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for creation/maintaining/updating various Technical Publication manuals and the development of new and supplemental documents for current and future design projects.

2. Review Special instructions prior to publishing to ensure Simplified Technical English guidelines are followed.

3. Able to translate complex OEM documentation into usable text for maintenance and operational manuals.

4. Create high-quality technical illustrations and diagrams using industry-standard software (e.g., IsoDraw, Catia Composer, Catia, Tech Illustrator, etc.,).

5. Interpret and translate complex technical information into visually appealing and easy-to-understand graphics.

6. Maintain consistency in visual style, format, and branding across all illustrations and graphics.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Work experience on Aircraft engine maintenance manuals, overhaul manuals, Engine manuals and Shop manuals

2. Knowledge on creation/revision of Service Bulletins, CMMs and IPC

3. Able to read and comprehend engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, change orders, assembly floor sheets and other approved sources.

4. Proficient with interactive electronic technical authoring languages and specifications such as XML, SGML.

5. Must be able to read, comprehend and interpret Service Bulletins, Engine Manuals, Engineering Changes., AMM, CMM, and Airworthiness Directives.

6. Able to translate complex OEM documentation into usable text for maintenance and operational manuals.

7. Familiar with S1000D, ATA 2200 and ATA100, and other aerospace publication specifications

8. Familiar with common Engineering/Technical Authoring tools and computer applications such as Contenta, Catia

9. Knowledge of AECMA Simplified Technical English

10. Good communication skills (i.e., when speaking with engineers, maintenance SME's or pilots, be able to interpret their requirements into usable text)

11. Must be able to work under pressure, relate to others and maintain flexibility with schedules of the department.

12. Flexible to be on call and work outside of regular working hours to address any customer request.

13. Be autonomous on daily complex duties.

14. Minimal supervision

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent discipline with

3 to 5 years’ experience as a technical writer/editor in the aviation, aerospace, or defence field

Field Experience and experience in aerospace technical publications field will be an asset