Technical Writer (Aerospace/Defense)
hace 2 días
Frisco
Job DescriptionYoh has an exciting, contract opportunity for multiple Technical Writers to join our Aerospace & Defense client in Frisco, TX. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who live within a commutable distance to the site and thrive in a hands-on manufacturing environment. The Technical Writer will spend significant time on the production floor partnering with engineering and manufacturing teams to capture processes and translate them into structured, user-friendly documentation. See below for abbreviated job responsibilities and requirements. If after reviewing, you are interested in learning more about this, or other engineering opportunities, please apply with your updated resume ASAP. Title: Technical Writer Location: Frisco, TX Compensation: $40 –$65/hour, flexible depending on experience level Type: Contract (potential to extend or convert based on performance and business needs) Industry: Aerospace / Defense Eligibility: Must be a U.S. Person (ITAR environment) Responsibilities: • Develop and formalize detailed work instructions and operational procedures for a high-priority product line, with potential to expand support to additional programs, • Create documentation from the ground up while also refining and standardizing existing materials, • Capture mechanical assembly, electrical integration, and flight system processes directly from subject matter experts, • Partner closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure technical accuracy and completeness, • Translate complex build and integration workflows into structured, easy-to-follow documentation, • Conduct documentation gap analyses and implement improvements to drive clarity and consistency, • Maintain document control, version tracking, and structured updates within internal systems, • Organize and manage content within collaboration and documentation platforms (e.g., Confluence, MES environments), • Support process improvement initiatives by aligning documentation with evolving operational best practicesQualifications & Requirements:, • 3+ years of experience in technical writing, process documentation, or related role, • Demonstrated experience creating work instructions and standard operating procedures in a manufacturing or engineering setting, • Strong ability to distill complex mechanical and electrical processes into clear, concise documentation, • Experience working cross-functionally with engineers, technicians, and production teams, • High attention to detail with the ability to identify inconsistencies and gaps in technical content, • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple documentation priorities in a fast-paced environment, • Proficiency with documentation management or collaboration tools (e.g., Confluence or similar platforms)Preferred Experience:, • Background in aerospace, aviation, automotive, or other regulated manufacturing environments, • Familiarity with quality standards such as AS9100 or ISO frameworks, • Experience supporting documentation within production execution or manufacturing systems, • Exposure to change management and document control processesPhysical Demands:, • Ability to work onsite in a production and manufacturing environment for extended periods, • Frequent walking between engineering offices and the production floor, • Standing for prolonged periods while observing and documenting processes, • Ability to comply with all facility safety requirements, including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) Estimated Min Rate: $45.50 Estimated Max Rate: $65.00 What’s In It for You? We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include: • Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week), • Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week), • Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week), • MetLife Voluntary Benefits, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • 401K Retirement Savings Plan, • Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll, • Referral Bonus Programs Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. By applying and submitting your resume, you authorize Yoh to review and reformat your resume to meet Yoh’s hiring clients’ preferences. To learn more about Yoh’s privacy practices, please see our Candidate Privacy Notice: Company DescriptionFounded in 1940, Yoh operates from 75 locations throughout North America and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Yoh was the nation’s first technology staffing firm. As a business unit of Day & Zimmermann, Yoh has a flourishing global footprint, as our parent company operates from more than 150 worldwide locations. Company Website: in 1940, Yoh operates from 75 locations throughout North America and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Yoh was the nation’s first technology staffing firm. As a business unit of Day & Zimmermann, Yoh has a flourishing global footprint, as our parent company operates from more than 150 worldwide locations.\r\nCompany Website: