Aerospace Technical Writer

Dow Aero; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow Aero in Oklahoma City is seeking a technical writer to create and update manuals such as maintenance manuals and illustrated parts catalogs. You will translate engineering data from CAD models, test results, and specifications into readable documentation.

You will produce diagrams and illustrations to support written content, ensure AS9100/FAA/EASA compliance, and revise material to reflect design changes for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Must balance technical understanding with clear writing.
• Experience translating CAD/engineering data into documentation.
• Ability to produce visuals such as diagrams and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Create and update manuals such as maintenance manuals and illustrated parts catalogs.
• Translate engineering data from CAD models, test results, and specifications into readable documentation.
• Produce visual aids like diagrams, schematics, and illustrations to support written content.
• Review and revise existing documentation to maintain accuracy and reflect design changes.
• Adapt technical content for non-technical audiences for press releases or promotional materials.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Strong writing skills

Interpret engineering drawings

Non-technical audience translation

Job description

Core Responsibilities

• Create and update manuals such as maintenance manuals and illustrated parts catalogs.
• Translate engineering data from CAD models, test results, and specifications into readable documentation.
• Produce visual aids like diagrams, schematics, and illustrations to support written content.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and regulations, including AS9100, FAA and EASA requirements.
• Review and revise existing documentation to maintain accuracy and reflect design changes or updates.
• Adapt technical content for non-technical audiences when needed, such as for press releases or promotional materials.
• Must possess a combination of technical aptitude and strong writing skills.
• Must understand complex mechanical, electrical, and aerospace systems, and interpret engineering drawings,
• and apply industry-specific terminology accurately.