Technical Writer

Overview

Akkodis is seeking a Technical Writer for a client located in Carson, CA 90746, with this position being Onsite.

Pay Rate: $35 - $40/hr;
The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Job Description:

The Technical writer will be responsible for creating/writing the site's disaster plan manual for each department/leadership group. Review current compliance requirements for the site readiness plan. Research appropriate processes to meet site compliance. Work directly with the VP of Operations to finalize the plan/manual. Communication with multiple teams/leaders.

Must Have:

• Previous Technical Writing experience for a manufacturing/business site
• Experience with disaster manuals
• Compliance or safety knowledge (willingness to research) focuses on creating, revising, and maintaining technical documentation, such as Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM) and Service Bulletins (SB), based on engineering drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Documentation Creation:
  Develop and revise technical publications, including Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM), Service Bulletins (SB), and Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC).
• Engineering
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Support departments to ensure the technical accuracy of documentation.
• Data Analysis:
  Interpret engineering blueprints, 3D CAD models, and design data to create accurate, user-friendly documentation.
• Technical Illustration:
  Utilize software to create or update graphics, including diagrams, charts, and photographs, to enhance understanding.
• Compliance & Standards:
  Ensure all documentation adheres to industry standards such as ATA-100 and iSpec-2200.
• Process Improvement:
  Suggest and implement improvements for technical publications to the Technical Publication Manager.

Required Experience & Skills

• Experience:
  
  Generally, 3+ years of technical writing experience in an aerospace engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Communications, or a related technical field is preferred.

Technical Proficiency:

• Software:
  Proficiency in Adobe Frame Maker, Adobe Acrobat, Corel Draw/Iso Draw, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• CAD/Tools:
  Experience with SGML Editor (Arbortext), AutoCAD, or basic 3D CAD modeling is highly desired.
• Aerospace Knowledge:
  Familiarity with Aircraft Maintenance Manuals and airframe (OEM) experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Communication:
  Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to Detail:
  High accuracy and thoroughness in reviewing technical data.
• Time Management:
  Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

If you feel this is not something that you are currently interested in, but know of someone who might be, please share the details with them or let me know their details so I can reach out to them!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

This statement clarifies that benefits do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers