Aviation Technical Writer: Aircraft Maintenance Manuals

Robinson Helicopter Co; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Robinson Helicopter Co. is seeking an Experienced Technical Writer to create and edit highly technical publications for pilots, operators, and maintenance personnel.

You will craft maintenance manuals, flight manuals, and related documentation, ensuring airworthiness and safety of our aircraft. Collaborating with engineers, technicians, and support staff, you will review and publish documents using standard formats, witness procedures, and maintain thorough records in Jira.

Qualifications

• Bachelore29s degree in English, Technical Writing, or equivalent; exceptional writing and editing skills.
• Demonstrated strong mechanical background.
• Proficient with MS Office, Jira, Confluence, InDesign, Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, TurboCAD, and SolidWorks.
• Self-starter with strong project management and risk management skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Create or revise technical publications content based on: Engineering document releases, vendor and OEM drawings, STCs, and manuals.
• Review publications for clarity, accuracy, and standardization; ensure consistency with legacy design.
• Consult with engineers, Technical Support Representatives, and shop technicians to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Author, edit, publish, and archive documents using published formats (ICAs, POHs, MMs, IPCs, KIs).
• Prepare Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICAs) per 14 CFR Part 27 Appendix A and FAA Order 8110.54A.
• Witness maintenance procedures to validate operations and sequencing in written instructions.
• Log all work, research, and status in Jira; suggest process improvements.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Proofreading

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelore29s degree in English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jira

Confluence

InDesign

Acrobat

Photoshop

Illustrator

TurboCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Robinson Helicopter Co. is seeking an Experienced Technical Writer to create and edit highly technical publications for pilots, operators, and maintenance personnel.

You will craft maintenance manuals, flight manuals, and related documentation, ensuring airworthiness and safety of our aircraft. Collaborating with engineers, technicians, and support staff, you will review and publish documents using standard formats, witness procedures, and maintain thorough records in Jira.