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Technical Documentation Specialist

Rockford, IL 61109

Posted: 08/06/2024 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Technical & Professional Job Number: R 206077386 Pay Rate: $65000-85000 / year

Job Description

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES In general, this position is highly energetic requiring significant multi-tasking and exceptional communication skills across all aspects of the business. The Technical Documentation Specialist will be responsible for creating and submitting documentation while maintaining industry standard configuration management and control.  Below are some of the responsibilities for the Technical Documentation Specialist:
  • Documentation of the full product life cycle including proposals, design, development, verification, qualification, production, and product support
  • Create documentation such as standards, policies, procedures, and final proposal volumes
  • Work collaboratively with various departments ensuring prompt submittal of documents for internal and external customers
  • Maintain and organize document libraries, workflows, and document configuration controls
  • Maintain records, files of work, and revision histories
  • Maintain document schedules including monthly status reporting
  • Establish technical specifications and create specific documentation materials
  • Become familiar with product technologies and production methods
  • Create templates and coordinate for meetings such as PDR, CDR, DHR, MRR, PRR, and TRR
  • Responsible for implementing methods to improve data scheduling, accuracy, reliability, maintainability, and quality
  • Assist in preparation of high-quality technical reports
  • Characterize compliance to customer requirements
  • Maintain numerous online customer registrations
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
  • Minimum of 5+ years of equivalent work experience in technical documentation in the aerospace industry or in a similar industry
  • Proficiency in documentation tools such as desktop publishing software, Microsoft applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, Visio, and Adobe Acrobat
  • Familiarity with industry regulations and standards
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills with a strong attention to detail
  • Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, user-friendly language
  • Experience in writing RFI’s and RFQ’s
  • Exceptional problem solving, organizational skills, time management, and presentation skills
  • Ability to develop documentation and perform research when needed to enhance the accuracy of the created document
  • Ability to work in a team environment or work independently
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen (no dual citizenship allowed)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Knowledge of Aerospace and FAA documentation requirements 
  • Knowledge of AS9100
  • Knowledge of aerospace traceability, configuration management techniques, and hardware control requirements
  • Ability to create compliance documents and deliverable analysis packages
This is an on-site position.  
Please apply to the Technical Documentation Specialist role or contact Rachel at 815-997-1417 or rachel.thomann@furstpros.com with any questions.

Meet Your Recruiter

Rachel Thomann
VP, FurstProfessionals

Year Started: 2011

I wanted to be a physical therapist when I grew up.

 

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