Technical Writer

This is an on-site position located in Tampa, FL with occasional travel needed.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Technical Writer to join our AEVEX team. As a Technical Writer at AEVEX, you will play a crucial role in creating clear, concise, and accurate technical and training documentation for our diverse range of products, with a primary focus on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs). We value self-starters who take ownership of tasks, understand the company goals, and contribute ideas to enhance overall efficiency. Candidates should act as the bridge between fast-moving engineering cycles and the end-users.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering and Flight Operations, to gather information and ensure accuracy in technical documentation.
• Develop and maintain Technical Manuals and Maintenance Procedures for both flight (UAV) and maritime (USV) platforms
• Work closely with subcontractors and internal teams to understand product specifications and standards for documentation
• Participate in "hands-on" validation by observing test missions (aerial and surface) to ensure that the written procedures match vehicle's operating behavior
• Ensure compliance with DoD standards and industry best practices in creating and formatting technical content.
• Review and update existing technical documentation to reflect product enhancements and changes.
• Manage documentation lifecycles that keep pace with the rapid development environment
• Attend Change Control Boards (CCB) for multiple platforms to track engineering design and TDP change requirements
• Participate in the continuous improvement of documentation processes and templates.
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Security Clearance-Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in using documentation tools and software, specifically Adobe, Microsoft Tool Suite, Jira and collaboration tools such as SharePoint.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings and schematics.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in technical writing preferred, preferably in the defense or aviation industry.
• Familiarity with DoD standards for Technical Manuals, especially for UAS.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is: Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment Constantly required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.