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Avionics/Flight Manual Technical Writer - Level 3
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What they do
A Technical Writer writes product instructions, user manuals or other material that helps to explain complex information or procedures. Writes help information available to customers online, or clear explanations of company policies. Supports internal communication among different technical, engineering and scientific specialists working on a project or product. Creates product documentation, and provides input for improving product design.
$74,928 / year median in Utah
-6% projected decline
Job Description
- Performs research, interprets engineering data/drawings, evaluates field/depot inputs and verifies information from multiple sources to sustain Air Force procedures and Technical Orders (TOs) related to those aircraft modifications (e.g., Flight Manuals, Job Guides, Fault Isolation, General System, General Vehicle, Commodity, and aircraft hardware-software type manuals).
- Required to author Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs), aircraft and support equipment TOs, flight manuals and support the planning, coordinating, and conducting of validation/verification activities.
- Work independently with given general direction to support the successful completion of major programs, apply technical expertise as required, and represent the organization as a technical contact on projects.
- Required to collaborate with external personnel such as US Air Force customer groups including but not limited to program management, software/mechanical engineering, internal engineering, depot-level maintenance, flight test, flight safety, F-16 aircrew, equipment specialists, flight manual managers, and the Central Technical Order Control Unit (CTOCU).
- This position will require the selected applicant to relocate to the Hill AFB Utah area to support the
F-16 SPO
In-Person.- This position requires an active Final Secret Security Clearance.
TO 00-5-1
; the Air Force TO System, TO Lifecycle Management requirements, Air Force and DoD Instructions, and TO numbering system. Experience using Microsoft Office applications. ## Desired Skills The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the other candidates:- Actual performance of F-16 flight line avionics (electrical and mechanical) troubleshooting, repair, calibration, software upgrades, and parts supportability of specific test equipment.
- Experience with Military Flight Development and Testing, Skill typically found in Pilots who were certified to fly Military Aircraft.
- Interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with leadership, customers and peers while working in a "Team" environment.
- Able to communicate complex requirements and to interpret complex engineering drawings and manufacturer specifications.
- Strong computer skills with attention to detail.
- Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and Standard Group Markup Language (SGML) is a plus.
- Experience using Epic Editor, Isodraw, Arbor Text Tool Suite, and Quick Silver also a plus.
- Demonstrated proficiency in aircraft avionics technical manuals; Job Guides, General Systems, Fault Isolation, Illustrated Parts Breakdowns, Commodity, Support Equipment, and Flight Manual TOs.
Job Fit:
How would people you have worked with describe their relationship with you? What would they like to see you do more of and less of?Job Fit:
When you work with a team, describe the role that you are most likely to play on the team.Learning Agility:
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Describe a crisis you had to handle at work, grade yourself on how you handled it, and explain why you assigned that grade to your performance.Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range:
$85300.00 - $158300.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays.