General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Product Control Spec IV

Poway, CA 92064In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent training, plus 9+ years of experience in documentation or database administration.
  • Deep understanding of military or commercial systems and the engineering development process.
  • Familiarity with configuration management concepts and principles.
  • Knowledge of S1000D specifications and military standards in technical documentation.
  • Ability to create training programs and mentor junior team members, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and review technical content specifications for database objects.
  • Manage database workspaces to support content development.
  • Optimize change management processes and workflow.
  • Assist teams in proper tagging and presenting technical information.
  • Create and maintain database objects like data modules and illustrations.
  • Facilitate communication between development teams on project statuses and needs.
  • Contribute to the development of S1000D-compliant technical manuals and documentation.

Benefits

  • Diverse work environment that values individual contributions.
  • Opportunities for professional training and mentorship.
  • Potential for career growth within technical content management.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Responsible for overall management of technical content, objects and the database in which they are maintained. May assist in establishing objectives, plans, and timelines for the development of comprehensive technical documents such as procedure manuals, operational specifications, training manuals, presentations, articles and related technical publications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develops and reviews technical content XML and SGML structural requirements of database objects to ensure required specifications are met.
  • Builds and manages database workspaces for content development teams.
  • Creates, contributes, and optimizes change management processes and workflow.
  • Assists content development teams with proper tagging and presentation of technical information.
  • Creates database objects to include, but not limited to, data modules and illustrations.
  • Works with multiple technical content development teams to schedule the availability of desired database objects for updating and publishing of documentation.
  • Provides a forum for communication between development teams to ensure needs and status are identified and socialized.
  • Contributes to the development of S1000D-compliant Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals/Publications, Military specification/standards-compliant-S1000D PDF documents, and other internal documentation or deliverables.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree and 9 or more years of professional documentation or database administration experience. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education/training.
  • Must demonstrate a comprehensive technical understanding of military or commercial systems and have knowledge of the engineering development process.
  • Must have a general understanding of configuration management concepts and principles.
  • Must have an understanding of technical documentation development and management using S1000D International Specification and military specifications and standards. Database administration experience may be substituted in lieu of technical documentation development and management.
  • Must possess:
    • the capacity to create and administer formalized training on proper usage of data management tools/software/applications on a department-level scale
    • the capacity to provide mentorship to junior team members, both within and external to the configuration management team
    • the ability to develop, acquire, interpret, and communicate technical data to an audience with a broad range of technical proficiency
    • the ability to quickly understand new concepts and properly apply them in a continuously evolving environment
    • strong compartmentalization and general organization skills
    • the ability to identify technical, non-technical, logistic, safety, and other issues and develop solutions to minimize and/or mitigate the risk
    • strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately analyze processes, procedures, work instructions, and other documents; report findings while proposing viable courses of action to resolve
    • strong knowledge of computer operations and applications
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1955

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