Technical Writer / Pisec tehničnih besedil (m/ž)
Location\: Ajdovščina, Pipistrel Vertical Solutions d.o.o.
As Technical Writer you will join our Technical Publications Department and will assist the team in creating deliverables supporting Pipistrel’s aircraft owners, operators and services. As part of our design organization (EASA-DO), you will be responsible for researching information and technical data required for the task, often cooperating and consulting with other departments. You will transfer the data into the deliverables, presenting the content clearly and comprehensively through various formats, including printed, electronic and audio-visual media.
Job responsibilities
• generating content related to aircraft maintenance and continued airworthiness, such as AMMs (Aircraft maintenance manual), ICAs (Instructions for continued airworthiness)
• creating and editing flight-related documents, such as POHs (Pilot’s operating handbook)/Flight manuals and related supplements
• generating/managing design data for end-user purposes
• documenting procedures in production and creating/writing procedure instructions using the data retrieved
• translating technical information into clear, readable documents for technical and/or non-technical end users, in accordance with applicable regulations and requirements
• working/cooperating with engineers to develop images, drawings, diagrams, charts and technical data needed for supplemental documentation
• working with structured and non structured tech. pub. authoring tools, photo&video editing tools and CAD tools
• reviewing the work of others and providing constructive feedback
• providing guidance to teammates and helping them reach deadlines/goals
• release/distribution of prepared documentation
• proactive involvement in the improvement of internal flows, procedures, methods and tools
What do we expect from the candidate?
• an education in a technical/engineering field
• at least 5 years' experience in a similar or equivalent function
• an experience in aviation industry (desirable)
• Excellent english technical writing skills
• excellent attention to details and highly methodical approach to internal workflow procedures
• deadline-driven and goal-oriented mindset
• above-average organizational skills
• superb communication and interpersonal skills
• knowledge of Technical English or Simplified Technical English
• the ability to interpret and convey technical concepts quickly
• a working knowledge of structured content authoring tools – XML based (desirable)
• understanding of DITA/S1000D/DocBook specifications
• understanding of ATA 100/ATA 2200, GAMA and other general aviation-relevant specifications
• experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• experience with Adobe suite software (Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop etc)
• a keen interest in aviation and anything to do with operation and service of the aircraft
• possession of any pilot’s license (desirable)
• any knowledge or experience related to aircraft maintenance (desirable) and aviation/certification-related regulations
What do we offer?
• full time employment with an evaluation period
• work in a creative and ambitious company
• access to knowledge, information on manufacturing, aviation, and resources for professional training
• a great team of colleagues and the opportunity to work in an international environment
• funding for professional training (internal and external)
• opportunities for personal and professional growth
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