Job Description
Description WORK LOCATION: San Luis Obispo, CA or Huntsville, AL
SALARY RANGE: HSV: $85,191 - $109,733
SLO: $95, 940 - $123, 579
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
Summary Edge Autonomy is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Technical Writer to join our team, specializing in the documentation and communication of Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) technology. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical writing, with a keen ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation. This individual will need to be a self-starter with a team first mind set who shows initiative and is driven to jump in when they see help is needed. This role involves working closely with our engineering and product development teams to create comprehensive manuals, user guides, and technical specifications for our cutting-edge product. This individual would report to the technical publications manager.
Responsibilities The following job functions are a basic requirement but are not limited to and may be assigned other duties.
- Develop, write, and maintain high-quality documentation for hardware and software, including user manuals, installation guides, and troubleshooting procedures.
- Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to gather technical information and ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Conduct validation and verification events.
- Ensure all documentation adheres to company standards and industry best practices.
- Conduct regular reviews and updates of existing documentation to reflect product updates and improvements.
- Assist in maintaining customer user accounts.
- Capture photographs of installation and removal procedures as required.
Required Qualifications The following are a non-exhaustive list of qualifications for the position:
- Proven experience as a technical writer, preferably in UAS technology or aerospace industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in using documentation tools such as Adobe, Word, Webmanuals, or similar.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Ability to perform complex tasks with minimal supervision.
- Effective time management skills and ability to multi-task.
- 5 years’ experience in Aviation/Military technical writing.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications - Working knowledge of structured Extensible Markup Language (XML) authoring tools such as PTC Arbortext with Arbortext Styler being highly desired.
- Ability to create and modify Arbortext Style sheets.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards for UAS operations and military standards such as MIL-STD-40051-1/2, MIL-STD-38784, MIL-PRF-63029, MIL-PRF-63002, and MIL-HDBK-1222.
- Working knowledge of JIRA and Sharepoint
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
- Experience with graphic design or multimedia content creation.
Edge Autonomy Benefits - Matching 401(k)
- Paid PTO
- Paid holidays
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- HSA and FSA Options
- Critical Care Plan
- Accident Care Plan
Hiring Requirements If an offer of employment is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check and the ability to be insured by the Company’s Auto-policy. An Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.
Clearance Requirements This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status.
EDGE AUTONOMY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Edge Autonomy is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]
Continued employment remains on an “At-Will” basis.
Job Tags
Holiday work, Temporary work,