Entry-Level Technical Writer for Aerospace & Tech Docs

AeroVironment, Inc.; Virginia Colony (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is hiring an entry-level Technical Writer I to join the Technical Publications team in documenting company products. You will produce manuals, white papers, and templates, and collaborate with engineers, product managers, and subject matter experts to ensure accurate usage of products.

You will update Word templates, support marketing and proposal materials, and help coordinate tasks to maintain high-quality, compliant documentation on tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• AA degree in English, Technical Writing, Communication or equivalent disciplines.
• 0–2 years of experience in aviation, defense or aerospace.
• Novice level of HTML, XML or Markdown coding.
• Must be able to work under pressure and within strict deadlines.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Proficiency in MS Word required.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint required.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe FrameMaker required.
• Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator desired.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates various technical publication projects, which may include incorporating copy from many authors into one publication.
• Writes, formats, edits, proofreads, and copyedits a variety of documents, including technical manuals, white papers, and marketing materials.
• Proofreads, reviews, and edits documentation for accurate use of grammar and content according to a pre established style guide and templates.
• Coordinates the display of graphics, layout of pages, and pre‑print production with technical illustrator/graphic designer.
• Works with existing templates and ensures documents meet established content and formatting standards.
• Collaborates with technical staff and/or other writers in preparation of content for a variety of publications.
• Supports projects through every step of the process, providing accuracy and quality control, and ensuring all publication deadlines are met.
• Maintains working knowledge of company products; works with supervisor to manage multiple projects.
• Assists in creating and updating Word templates used throughout the organization.
• May be asked to assist with proposal activity, including binding documents, printing tabs, and assisting with reviews.
• Works on problems of limited scope
• Follows standard practices & procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

HTML/XML/Markdown basics

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Education

AA degree English/Technical Writing/Communication or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Adobe FrameMaker

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is hiring an entry-level Technical Writer I to join the Technical Publications team in documenting company products. You will produce manuals, white papers, and templates, and collaborate with engineers, product managers, and subject matter experts to ensure accurate usage of products.

You will update Word templates, support marketing and proposal materials, and help coordinate tasks to maintain high-quality, compliant documentation on tight deadlines.