Technology Technical Communicator

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a Technical Writer to join our collaborative Engineering Services Team in Redmond, WA. This is a hybrid/on-site position offering the flexibility to work from home two or three days per week.
Ideally, we are looking for someone who has worked for an aerospace company and/or has experience writing hardware documentation.
JOB SUMMARY The Technical Writer works in the Engineering Services department to support all product lines at Astronics AES. The Technical Communications team transforms complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and accurate content for the intended audience in the required format. We write Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), Service Bulletins (SBs), Service Information Letters (SILs), user manuals, and other customer-facing documents to support new and sustaining products.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Write and edit technical content in Simplified Technical English (STE) for hardware and software products.
Research and translate technical information into content for nontechnical and technical users.
Use and enforce established standards for documentation, including internal department guidelines and customer/compliance requirements. Self-directed and capable of managing projects with little oversight; recognizes when to proactively engage support to ensure accuracy and quality.
Conduct interviews with various subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather content for deliverables.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communications, Human-Centered Design Engineering, English, or similar
Two (2) or more years of experience as a technical writer
Experience writing content that complies with ATA100, iSpec2200, or S1000D specifications for an Aerospace company a plus
Knowledge of markup languages, such as DITA, HTML, or CSS, a plus
Communicating with Management and Peers: Has excellent written and oral communicationskills for collaborating with the team and other internal customers. Has a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
Perseverance: Can maintain the energy and drive needed to complete multiple projects with different priorities, on schedule.
can shift gears comfortably; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
Experience writing content that complies with ATA100, iSpec2200, or S1000D specifications for an Aerospace company a plus
Knowledge of markup languages, such as DITA, HTML, or CSS are a plus
Microsoft Office suite software
Desktop publishing software (Adobe FrameMaker)
Graphics software (Adobe Creative Cloud), a plus
Employment contingent on passing a pre-employment background check and drug test including screening for cannabis use.
COMPENSATION Salary Range (Non-exempt position):$29.00 ~ 44.00 per hour. (36.00 per hour).
Actual salary offered depends on factors such as experience in comparable roles, skill set, training, education, certifications, other qualifications, market conditions, and business needs.
Astronics also offers a highly competitive Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus.
Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus FSA and HSA options. Save for the Future: 401K with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Work-life balance culture supported by an Employee Assistance Program.
Time for You: Generous Paid Time Off starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 paid holidays per year.
Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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