Aerospace Engineering Documentation Technician

Socket.dev; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Aerospace Engineering Documentation Technician in Newport News, VA. The role blends hands-on engineering support with creating and maintaining technical documentation used for testing, maintenance, certification, and quality activities.

Responsibilities include developing SOPs, test procedures, maintenance instructions, and ensuring FAA/EASA/DO-178/DO-254/AS9100 alignment while collaborating with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and product teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in aerospace tech; bachelor’s preferred.
• 3+ years’ aerospace/aviation/avionics engineering technician experience.
• Experience creating procedures, test reports, and maintenance docs in regulated industry.
• Knowledge of FAA/EASA/AS9100/DO-178/DO-254/ATA iSpec 2200.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, bench test, calibrate, and inspect aerospace components.
• Set up test rigs, collect data, analyze results, and document findings.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, test procedures, and maintenance instructions.
• Prepare certification evidence and documentation for audits and certification.

Skills

Engineering background

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Regulatory understanding

Documentation control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering Technology / Avionics / Mechanical Engineering Technology

Technical diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Windchill

Teamcenter

PDM/PLM

MadCap Flare

FrameMaker

Job description

Aerospace Engineering Documentation Technician

Location: Newport News, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Starting Pay: $40.00/hour (Higher pay available based on experience)

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Engineering Technician / Technical Writer with an aerospace, aviation, or avionics background. This position combines hands-on engineering support with the creation and maintenance of technical documentation used for testing, maintenance, certification, engineering, and quality activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on assembly, wiring, bench testing, functional verification, calibration, and inspection of aerospace/aviation components and subsystems.
• Set up test rigs and instrumentation, operate test equipment, collect and analyze data, and document test results.
• Develop, revise, and maintain:
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Test procedures and reports
  • Maintenance instructions and work cards
  • Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
  • Installation and troubleshooting guides
  • Materials & Process (M&P) documentation
  • Convert engineering specifications, test data, and technical requirements into clear documentation for technicians, engineers, and auditors.
  • Ensure documentation aligns with applicable FAA, EASA, DO-178, DO-254, and AS9100 requirements.
  • Work with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and product teams to gather technical information and implement document revisions.
  • Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and technical reporting.
  • Maintain calibration records, spare-parts inventory, lab documentation, and safety compliance.
  • Prepare certification evidence, test artifacts, and controlled documentation for audits and certification activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, technical diploma, or equivalent technical certification in Aerospace Engineering Technology, Avionics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of engineering technician experience in aerospace, aviation, or avionics.
• Experience creating technical procedures, test reports, maintenance documentation, or similar content in a regulated industry.
• Knowledge of FAA, EASA, AS9100, DO-178/DO-254, ATA iSpec 2200, or equivalent aerospace standards.
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical assembly, wiring/harnesses, soldering, bench testing, and common test equipment such as:
  • Multimeters
  • Oscilloscopes
  • Spectrum analyzers
  • Torque tools
  • Calipers
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and document control systems such as SharePoint, Windchill, Teamcenter, or PDM/PLM.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work within schedule and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting aerospace certification activities or audits.
• Familiarity with schematic capture, basic circuit troubleshooting, and avionics systems, including communications/navigation, flight controls, and sensors.
• Knowledge of configuration management and revision control.
• Experience with technical authoring tools such as MadCap Flare or FrameMaker.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain one, if required.