Position Title: Contract Technical Writer
Location: Irvine, CA
Work Arrangement: Remote, On-Demand
Position SummaryThe Contract Technical Writer will support the development, organization, revision, and maintenance of technical documentation related to the assembly, integration, checkout, testing, and acceptance of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). This role works closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and test teams to capture processes and translate technical information into clear, accurate, and usable documentation.
The successful candidate will help standardize and improve documentation such as Work Instructions, Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs), Ground Checkout Procedures (GCPs), manufacturing process documents, inspection criteria, and related technical content to support efficient production and verification of UAS hardware and systems.
Required Duties and Responsibilities:- Create, revise, and maintain manufacturing and test documentation for UAS products and subsystems.
- Organize and standardize Work Instructions to improve clarity, consistency, and usability for production personnel.
- Develop and update Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs), Ground Checkout Procedures (GCPs), and related verification documents.
- Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, integration, and test engineers to gather technical information and document processes accurately.
- Observe and document assembly, integration, inspection, and testing activities to ensure procedures reflect current practices.
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, step-by-step instructions suitable for technicians and operators.
- Incorporate engineering change requests, design modifications, and process improvements into existing documentation.
- Ensure documents comply with company standards for formatting, revision control, and configuration management.
- Develop visual aids, diagrams, photographs, and illustrations to enhance procedural documentation.
- Support document reviews and coordinate feedback from cross-functional stakeholders.
- Assist with document audits and ensure documentation remains current and accurate throughout the product lifecycle.
- Maintain document repositories and support document release processes.
Required Skills/Qualifications:- 3+ years of technical writing experience in aerospace, aviation, manufacturing, defense, robotics, industrial systems, or a related technical environment.
- Demonstrated experience creating work instructions, procedures, process documentation, or test documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working directly with engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to document accuracy.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio or similar diagramming tools.
- Ability to manage multiple documentation projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Familiarity with document control, revision management, and configuration management practices.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:- Experience supporting Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), aerospace, defense, or aviation programs.
- Experience writing Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs), Ground Checkout Procedures (GCPs), qualification test procedures, or manufacturing work instructions.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, assembly drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), specifications, and technical data.
- Familiarity with aircraft electrical, mechanical, avionics, propulsion, or payload systems.
- Experience working in regulated or quality-managed environments, including AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar standards.
- Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), or document management systems.
- Knowledge of systems integration, hardware testing, troubleshooting, and verification activities.
- Ability to create technical illustrations, annotated photographs, and process flow diagrams.
- Experience supporting first article inspections, production readiness activities, or production scaling efforts.
- Familiarity with engineering change orders (ECOs), configuration control processes, and manufacturing change implementation.
- Working knowledge of CAD drawings and engineering design documentation
Education:Clearance Level Required: None
Export Control / ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms
Work Authorization Requirement: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.
Travel Required:Working Conditions:
The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.
Physical Demands: 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:
- Must have the ability to stoop, stand, climb, occasionally lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
- Involves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work.
Salary: $110 - $130/hr
Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.
Benefits:Our benefits are DZYNE'ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.
Some Final Notes The description gives you a sense of what the position involves but is not an exhaustive list. We are a growing and evolving team, which means your responsibilities may shift or expand overtime as new opportunities arise. Flexibility and curiosity are part of what makes our work exciting!
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Pay Range: $110 - $130 per hour
