COMLUX AMERICA LLC is hiring : Technical Writer in Indianapolis

POSITION SUMMARY :

Interpret mechanical system and electrical engineeringdrawings including their accompanying substantiation reports so thatsupplemental instructions for continued airworthiness including but not limitedto aircraft crew operating manuals and safety briefing information, can bewritten in support of receiving a regulatory approval for a modified aircraft.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

1. Strong ability to read and understand engineeringdrawings are key

2. Review all systems and technical drawings to createprocedural manuals for each component, system, interior configuration etc.,which are customized specifically for each aircraft

3. Translate technical information into clear, readabledocuments to be used by technical personnel

4. Organize material and complete writing assignmentaccording to set standards

5. Develop and update corporate documentation and forms astasked by the manager

6. Coordinate with the production team to access theaircraft in order to validate the written procedural steps prior to aircraftclose-up

7. Create simple illustrations to support manuals

8. Take digital photographs for reference and incorporatinginto projects as required

9. Quality check the hard copy and electronic files of thedocuments to ensure all requirements are met prior to submitting documents toexternal in-process review and final delivery

10. Maintain configuration control of files for historicalpurposes

11. Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES,ETC :

1. BS Degree in Industrial Technologies, Technical Writing,or Aeronautics preferred with equivalent technical writing work experience

2. 3+ years of experience as an aviation technical writer orillustrator

3. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

4. Working knowledge of Adobe Frame Maker, Illustrator andRoboHelp

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

1. Excellent procedural technical writing skills withthorough knowledge of English grammar and punctuation

2. Ability to assimilate technical concepts quickly and toproduce accurate procedural instructions

3. Demonstrated experience in designing and producing simpleillustrations for technical documentation

4. Must have excellent organizational skills with theability to work independently but can seek guidance when necessary

5. Ability to meet tight deadlines and adjust to changingpriorities

INTRODUCTORY PERIOD

Please note that you will be on a ninety (90) day probation,during which your performance will be evaluated. Comlux shall periodically review yourperformance and ability to perform each of the essential functions of yourposition identified above prior to the expiration of the probationaryperiod. If you fail to pass theperformance review or display behavioral issues or fail to meet expectationsfor reporting to work on time as scheduled, you shall be considered as havingfailed to qualify for continued employment during the probationary period, inwhich case Comlux shall be entitled to immediately terminate your employment.

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