Aerospace Technical Writer / Engineering Technician

Location: Newport News, VA • Contract-to-Hire

Position Overview

We are seeking an Aerospace Technical Writer / Engineering Technician with experience in aviation, aerospace, or avionics. This position combines hands-on engineering support with technical documentation for testing, maintenance, certification, and internal engineering activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on work including assembly, wiring, bench testing, functional verification, calibration, and inspection of aerospace or aviation components and subsystems
• Set up test rigs, instrument systems, collect and analyze data, document results, and maintain test hardware
• Create and update technical documents, including:
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Test procedures and reports
  • Maintenance instructions and work cards
  • Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
  • Installation and troubleshooting guides
  • Materials and Process (M&P) documentation
• Ensure documentation follows applicable regulatory and quality requirements, including FAA, EASA, DO-178, DO-254, and AS9100 standards
• Convert engineering specifications and test results into clear technical documentation for technicians, engineers, and auditors
• Work with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and product teams to gather technical information and manage revisions
• Support root cause investigations and prepare technical summaries and corrective action reports
• Maintain test equipment calibration records, spare-parts inventory, and laboratory safety documentation
• Organize certification records, test evidence, and controlled documents for audits and certification activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, technical diploma, or equivalent technical certification in Aerospace Engineering Technology, Avionics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• 3+ years of experience as an engineering technician in aerospace, aviation, or avionics
• Technical writing experience creating procedures, test reports, and maintenance documentation in a regulated environment
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA, AS9100, DO-178/DO-254, ATA iSpec 2200, or equivalent standards
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, wiring/harnesses, soldering, bench testing, and test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, torque tools, and calipers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with document control systems such as SharePoint, Windchill, Teamcenter, or PDM/PLM
• Experience with technical authoring tools such as MadCap Flare or FrameMaker is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work within schedule and regulatory requirements

Preferred Experience

• Supporting certification programs or regulatory audits
• Schematic capture, basic circuit troubleshooting, and avionics systems such as communication/navigation, flight controls, and sensors
• Configuration management and revision control
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain one, if required

Pay

$40.00/hour — higher depending on experience