Aerospace Technical Documentation Specialist

Aerospace Technical Documentation Specialist Location: Newport News, VA Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Starting Pay: $40/hour, with higher pay available based on experience Position Overview Seeking an experienced engineering technician with strong technical writing skills and aerospace, aviation, or avionics experience. This role combines hands-on engineering support with the creation and maintenance of technical documentation for testing, maintenance, certification, and engineering activities. Responsibilities Perform assembly, wiring, bench testing, functional verification, calibration, and inspection of aerospace or aviation components and subsystems. Set up test rigs, instrument systems, collect and analyze test data, document results, and maintain test hardware. Create, revise, and maintain: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Test procedures and test reports Maintenance instructions and work cards Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) Installation and troubleshooting guides Materials and Process (M&P) documentation Ensure documentation aligns with applicable FAA, EASA, DO-178, DO-254, and AS9100 requirements. Convert engineering specifications and test results into clear documentation for technicians, engineers, and auditors. Work with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and product teams to develop and update technical content. Support root cause investigations and prepare technical summaries and corrective action reports. Maintain calibration records, spare-parts inventory, and laboratory safety documentation. Prepare certification evidence, test artifacts, and controlled documents for audits and certification activities. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree, technical diploma, or equivalent technical certification in Aerospace Engineering Technology, Avionics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field. Bachelor's degree preferred. 3+ years of engineering technician experience in aerospace, aviation, or avionics. Demonstrated technical writing experience with procedures, test reports, and maintenance documentation in a regulated environment. Familiarity with FAA, EASA, AS9100, DO-178/DO-254, ATA iSpec 2200, or equivalent standards. Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, wiring/harnesses, soldering, bench testing, and common test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, torque tools, and calipers. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with document control systems such as SharePoint, Windchill, Teamcenter, or PDM/PLM platforms. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to meet schedule and regulatory requirements. Preferred Qualifications Experience with MadCap Flare, FrameMaker, or similar technical authoring software. Experience supporting aerospace certification activities or audits. Familiarity with schematic capture, basic circuit troubleshooting, and avionics systems, including communication/navigation, flight controls, and sensors. Knowledge of configuration management and revision control practices. Active security clearance or ability to obtain one, if required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Qualdoc