Technical Writer - Aerospace

Responsibilities

• Review draft on-wing inspection procedures (typically 10-22 pages, PDF format) for consistency, clarity, and compliance with requirements.
• Apply Simplified Technical English (STE): ensure documents comply with ASD-STE
  100 guidelines, avoiding prohibited terminology (e.g., gerunds, certain verbs), restructuring sentences for clarity, and using approved STE vocabulary.
• Verify consistency: confirm all text matches associated figures and tables, correct copy/paste errors (e.g., mismatched inspection location counts), and update numerical data as needed.
• Cross‑reference graphics/data: validate visual data (e.g., ultrasonic screen readings, annotated graphics) against written instructions for accuracy.
• Quality and accuracy assurance: guarantee a 100% acceptance rate for completed edits; flag discrepancies and maintain a strong attention to detail.
• Workflow collaboration: integrate seamlessly into Boeing’s document review process, returning proofed procedures for final technical review by leads.
• Security compliance: work only with non‑export‑controlled commercial procedures; adhere to all security guidelines requiring U.S. person status.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Technical Writing, Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Experience in aerospace, aviation, or engineering documentation—preferably with NDT or maintenance procedures.
• Prior exposure to ASD‑STE
  100 Simplified Technical English (formal training a plus, but not required).
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to spot inconsistencies between text and figures.
• Familiarity with editing and annotating PDF documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and deliver review‑ready documents with minimal oversight.
• U.S. person status

• Exposure to NDT techniques, procedures, or terminology (ultrasonics, inspection locations, etc.).
• Editorial experience within regulated technical environments (FAA, aerospace standards).
• Comfortable interacting remotely with client teams and adapting to evolving workflow processes.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Writing/Editing

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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