Engineering Technician - Aerospace & Aviation Technical Writer

About The Role

This is a contract to permanent position in Aery Aviation's Engineering Department.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Technician with strong technical writing skills and a background in aerospace or aviation. This role combines hands-on technical support (testing, troubleshooting, assembly, inspections) with authoring and maintaining clear, standards-driven technical documentation used for certification, maintenance, test procedures, and internal engineering communication.

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform hands-on technical activities: assembly, wiring, bench testing, functional verification, calibration, and inspection of aerospace/aviation components and subsystems.
• Support test campaigns: set up test rigs, instrument systems, gather and analyze data, log results, and maintain test hardware.
• Create, edit, and maintain technical documents including:
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Test procedures and test reports
  • Maintenance instructions and work cards
  • Engineering change notices (ECNs)
  • Installation and troubleshooting guides
  • Materials and process (M&P) documentation
• Ensure documentation meets regulatory and quality system requirements (FAA/EASA/DO-178/DO-254/AS9100 as applicable).
• Translate engineering specifications and test results into clear, concise, and structured content for technicians, engineers, and auditors.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and product teams to capture accurate technical content and implement revisions.
• Participate in root cause investigations and write technical summaries and corrective action reports.
• Maintain test equipment calibration records, inventory of spares, and lab safety compliance.
• Support certification documentation and audits by preparing and organizing evidence, test artifacts, and controlled documents.

You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree, technical diploma, or equivalent technical certification in Aerospace Engineering Technology, Avionics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years experience as an engineering technician in aerospace, aviation, or avionics environment.
• Demonstrated technical writing experience producing procedures, test reports, and maintenance documentation in a regulated industry.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements (FAA, EASA, AS9100, DO-178/DO-254, ATA iSpec 2200 or equivalent).
• Hands-on skills with mechanical assembly, wiring/harnesses, soldering, bench testing, and use of common test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, torque tools, calipers).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document control tools (e.g., SharePoint, Windchill, Teamcenter, PDM/PLM). Experience with authoring tools (MadCap Flare, FrameMaker, or similar) a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work under schedule and regulatory constraints.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.

Nice to Haves

• Experience supporting certification efforts or audits.
• Familiarity with schematic capture, basic circuit troubleshooting, and avionics systems (comm/navigation, flight control, sensors).
• Knowledge of configuration management and revision control best practices.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain one (if required).

Benefits

We offer the right candidate the chance to join a forward-thinking organization, supported by a competitive compensation and benefits package. Learn more about Aery Aviation, LLC at www.aeryaviation.com.