Technical Author Specialist II (SSO Division - Location: Irvine, CA)
Listed on 2026-08-03
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Technical Support
Org Marketing Statement
At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges.
At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.
The Services and Support Operations (SSO) is a global leader of integrated MRO services and support. We are renowned for our exceptional customer service and expertise at every stage of the aircraft lifecycle, providing innovative OEM-quality service solutions across a comprehensive portfolio. We are proud to serve airlines/ business jet operators, the military, airframe/ engine manufacturers, as well as independent service centers.
With our extensive network of service teams worldwide, MRO facilities, proprietary predictive modeling, and advanced systems, we offer 24/7 operational and technical support wherever it's needed.
- Location:
Irvine, CA) Position Summary
Collaborative role working directly with a multitude of geographically dispersed stakeholders for performing the development and maintenance of Aerospace technical publications ensuring that publications meet all specifications and customer requirements. Beneficial to have understanding for development and editing technical documentation and related data and familiarity with document control processes, library and technical research services.
Essential Functions:- Coordinate and manage revisions to technical publications and related data by investigating drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, parts lists, engineering hardware and software documentation, test reports, existing technical publications, company standards, and military and commercial specifications.
- Understanding of industry standards, ATA
100, ATA iSpec
2200, S1000D and ASD simplified English depending on program and customer needs for the generation and maintenance of technical publications including Aircraft and Component Maintenance Manuals, Service Bulletins and Letters, and Technical Support and Data Packages. - Customer communication, coordination, and management for project tracking through data request and configuration management systems with strong organizational skills for the development of technical documents.
- Ensures the quality, adequacy, and quality of technical publications by applying quality control processes and checks during product development; coordinating review of publication products with customers and other organizations; and classifying and tracking discrepancies noted through the review process.
- Works with the team and coordinate with the customers to understand complex systems by developing technical publications that describe concepts in easily understood formats.
- Verifies that publications meet technical requirements and specifications and resolves conflicts by working with customers and other organizations to ensure deliverables comply with requirements.
- Creates publications that meet customer schedule, cost, and technical requirements by developing detailed plans and procedures. May negotiate with the customer to integrate customer requirements with company standards and publishing capabilities.
- Supports the technical accuracy of publications by integrating the contributions of engineering and other functions into technical writings.
- Supports accuracy and timely completion of writing and editing assignments by providing clear direction to art and production personnel on the arrangement of technical material; and verifying technical accuracy of output.
- Expedites effective use of the data preparation process for technical manuals by organizing and scheduling group work; instructing less experienced team members on the capabilities of computerized publishing systems; and providing guidance in the areas of format, content, and writing style.
- Catalogs technical publications and other reference/source materials. Supports publication requirements of internal organizations and external customers by identifying system requirements and providing technical advice.
- May provide library and technical research services to meet the information needs of engineers and staff. Conducts…
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