Universal Avionics
Technical Writer
Universal Avionics, Duluth, Georgia, United States, 30155
Universal Avionics (UA) has been in business for over 40 years, continuously making huge strides in business, commercial, and military avionics. Our company continues to move the avionics industry forward by designing the next generation of technology as well as the latest iterations of our flagship products to ensure easier management and safety & reliability of all phases of flight.
As UA's Technical Writer, you will write and edit technical copy for various company publications and work with engineers and other technical personnel to ensure the technical accuracy of all publications. You will work as part of a team but also will have projects and assignments where you will work independently and accomplish your objectives with minimal supervision.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
Write and edit technical copy for various company publications, which may include product documentation for use in design, development, verification, product certification, and installation. When appropriate, convert technical language into easily understood terms.Implement applicable configuration management requirements. Coordinate scheduling with program managers.Work with engineers and other technical personnel to collect, interpret, and clarify content of technical documents in conformance with publication standards, industry specifications, and company processes.Coordinate scheduling with program managers.Manage the review and approval process for all product documentation to ensure that project schedules are completed on time.Implement the applicable configuration management requirements for all product documentation, including planning, identification, change control, and status accounting.Implement and suggest improvements to business processes.Minimum Qualifications:
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a writing-related or science/engineering field and two (2) or more years of experience with documentation, publications, or content management in a high-tech environment and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Computer Skills:
Proficient with a personal computer and the ability to type. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Microsoft Word. Proficient with version control tools and configuration management tools. Experience using SharePoint and Polarion a plus. Strong aptitude for acquiring competency in new tools is essential.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret requirements and documents. Strong editing and writing skills. Ability to effectively prepare and present information to varied audiences. Strong written and oral communication skills, including English fluency.
What motivates our team:
Excellent benefits, including medical, vision, dental, PTO, 401k, and much more, as well as a robust health & wellness programStrong life-work balanceGreat company cultureGroundbreaking work opportunitiesImpactful innovation in the avionics industryPassionate & dedicated team membersA work environment that fosters training, professional development, and career advancementWhy you'll like working here:
Universal Avionics is a mid-sized company with all the functions and benefits of a much larger organization, so you get the best of both worlds.You'll make an impact! You'll be part of a company that is making huge strides in the safety and reliability of air travel.You'll work with very motivated and skilled people who are excellent at what they do and are great mentors.You'll bring your own unique skills set and passion to create a mutually beneficial working and learning environment.At UASC, we care about our employees, both personally and professionally.
About Universal Avionics:
Universal Avionics and its parent company, Elbit Systems, Ltd., represent decades of leadership and innovation as developers and suppliers of Head-Down Displays (HDD), Head-Up Displays (HUD), Head Wearable Displays (HWD), and Combined Vision Systems (CVS), which includes both our Enhanced Vision System (EVS) and Synthetic Vision System (SVS).Universal Avionics is also a leading manufacturer of innovative commercial avionics systems, offering retrofit and forward-fit solutions for the largest diversification of aircraft types in the industry.
To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit www.UniversalAvionics.com
U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency status required.Universal Avionics' products and technology are controlled under U.S export laws including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, Export Administration Regulations and the Export Administration Act ("Export Laws").Universal Avionics' inquiry regarding citizenship is solely for the purpose of ensuring that Universal Avionics remains compliant with the Export Laws and Universal Avionics internal export control procedures.
As UA's Technical Writer, you will write and edit technical copy for various company publications and work with engineers and other technical personnel to ensure the technical accuracy of all publications. You will work as part of a team but also will have projects and assignments where you will work independently and accomplish your objectives with minimal supervision.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
Write and edit technical copy for various company publications, which may include product documentation for use in design, development, verification, product certification, and installation. When appropriate, convert technical language into easily understood terms.Implement applicable configuration management requirements. Coordinate scheduling with program managers.Work with engineers and other technical personnel to collect, interpret, and clarify content of technical documents in conformance with publication standards, industry specifications, and company processes.Coordinate scheduling with program managers.Manage the review and approval process for all product documentation to ensure that project schedules are completed on time.Implement the applicable configuration management requirements for all product documentation, including planning, identification, change control, and status accounting.Implement and suggest improvements to business processes.Minimum Qualifications:
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a writing-related or science/engineering field and two (2) or more years of experience with documentation, publications, or content management in a high-tech environment and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Computer Skills:
Proficient with a personal computer and the ability to type. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Microsoft Word. Proficient with version control tools and configuration management tools. Experience using SharePoint and Polarion a plus. Strong aptitude for acquiring competency in new tools is essential.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret requirements and documents. Strong editing and writing skills. Ability to effectively prepare and present information to varied audiences. Strong written and oral communication skills, including English fluency.
What motivates our team:
Excellent benefits, including medical, vision, dental, PTO, 401k, and much more, as well as a robust health & wellness programStrong life-work balanceGreat company cultureGroundbreaking work opportunitiesImpactful innovation in the avionics industryPassionate & dedicated team membersA work environment that fosters training, professional development, and career advancementWhy you'll like working here:
Universal Avionics is a mid-sized company with all the functions and benefits of a much larger organization, so you get the best of both worlds.You'll make an impact! You'll be part of a company that is making huge strides in the safety and reliability of air travel.You'll work with very motivated and skilled people who are excellent at what they do and are great mentors.You'll bring your own unique skills set and passion to create a mutually beneficial working and learning environment.At UASC, we care about our employees, both personally and professionally.
About Universal Avionics:
Universal Avionics and its parent company, Elbit Systems, Ltd., represent decades of leadership and innovation as developers and suppliers of Head-Down Displays (HDD), Head-Up Displays (HUD), Head Wearable Displays (HWD), and Combined Vision Systems (CVS), which includes both our Enhanced Vision System (EVS) and Synthetic Vision System (SVS).Universal Avionics is also a leading manufacturer of innovative commercial avionics systems, offering retrofit and forward-fit solutions for the largest diversification of aircraft types in the industry.
To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit www.UniversalAvionics.com
U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency status required.Universal Avionics' products and technology are controlled under U.S export laws including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, Export Administration Regulations and the Export Administration Act ("Export Laws").Universal Avionics' inquiry regarding citizenship is solely for the purpose of ensuring that Universal Avionics remains compliant with the Export Laws and Universal Avionics internal export control procedures.