Technical Publications Writer

Overview Gogo Business Aviation has an opportunity that exists for an inquisitive, tech savvy, and personable Technical Writer with strong communication skills to join our technical publications team. You will be an integral part in the development of technical product documentation for employees, Dealers, OEMs, and end Customers. The Technical Writer will be responsible for creating, modifying, and editing Gogo Business Aviation’s technical documentation deliverables such as Installation Manuals, Technical Bulletins, Quick Start Guides, Service Bulletins/Service Letters, and other technical or training documentation as required in electronic format. You will ensure all technical documentation is reviewed and approved by cognizant Gogo Business Aviation’s departments through our CM Agile function. This position will ensure bi-annual reviews of the technical documentation for accuracy and incorporation of temporary revisions in between these times. You will also be responsible for following the documentation plans, schedules, and priorities. Want to elevate Gogo’s technical publications function? COME ON BOARD THE GOGO BUSINESS AVIATION TECHNICAL OPERATIONS TEAM! How will you make a difference? You will build relationships by gathering information required for aerospace/telecommunications products by interviewing technical personnel/subject matter experts Bring your experience to play conducting research, writing and revising technical data by normal revision or temporary revision, using engineering and other approved data from multiple sources to produce industry standard documentation Work with Cross Functional teams preparing or coordinating the preparation of any required illustrations and diagrams Show your skills using Microsoft Word, FrameMaker, and Adobe Acrobat and other standard software to produce various technical documentation Edit documentation via a portal interface for hosted materials and interact with vendor for addition, deletion and document control Define and document the technical publications process and keep it up to date Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace, Aviation, a related field or equivalent experience 3 years of technical documentation experience (aerospace, telecommunications, electronics or similar technical field) 2 years of process documentation and process improvement experience 2 years of aviation experience (recommended) Required Skills, Talents & Experience Ability to express technical concepts in both technical and non-technical terms Can interface with project teams to acquire source material for documentation Demonstrated ability to produce high quality, professional documentation Excellent writing, interviewing, communication, planning and research skills Documentation experience focusing on technical hardware products Familiarity with Engineering drawings, specifications, block diagrams, graphical user interface (GUI) screens, test procedures, etc. Preferred Skills, Talents & Experience Aerospace background in technical writing in engineering (avionics), manufacturing or repair station/maintenance, aircraft flight and ground operations with focus on technical documentation writing various manuals and service documentation involving system testing and troubleshooting, theory of operation, fault isolation, etc. Proficiency with professional graphics editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop or equivalent and PDF software Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and regulations (ATA, FAA, EASA, etc.) Strong computer, analytical, organizational, and written/oral communication skills Intermediate level familiarity with iSpec 2200/ATA100 guidelines Read, comprehend, and prepare various kinds of communication and information including emails, correspondence, reports, articles Demonstrated ability for creative thinking and project management --- --- --- Gogo Business Aviation requires that all candidates disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status in their job application. All new employees or contractors hired on, or after January 14, 2022 are required to provide proof of full vaccination or, a medical or religious Gogo approved exemption, within 4-days of their start date. Equal Pay Disclosure(s) Colorado Equal Pay Statement: Disclosure required by sb19-085 (8-5-20) of the minimum salary compensation for this role to be located in the state of Colorado. Base Pay: 64,000.00 - 80,000.00 USD Annual Target Annual Short-Term Incentive: Bonus Plan at 5% (% of Annualized Base Pay) Eligible for Incentive Stock Program: Yes Benefits: Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan, paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at www.gogoair.com/careers. --- --- --- Gogo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer and works in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition, or disability.  The EEO is the law and is available here. Gogo participates in E-Verify ( English and Spanish ). Right to Work Statement ( English and Spanish ).