Tech Writer

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Technical Writer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have an aptitude for technical phraseology, AutoCAD experience and preferably previous work experience in conformity / inspection or knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements.

As a Technical Writer at AccuFleet International, you are reliable, punctual, cordial to your co-workers and a self-starter;

who understands the importance of working safely and efficiently. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a positive "can do" attitude and you are very motivated to go above and beyond what is expected.

A successful candidate in this position works well on the morning shift, enjoys working in a team environment and has outstanding customer service skills.

LOCATION : Houston, TX

Houston, TX

SHIFT :

Full Time : Day Shift

BENEFITS :

• Competitive salary
• Paid training
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Holiday
• Bereavement
• Jury duty
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance (100% paid by AccuFleet)
• Voluntary life insurance
• 401(K) (with company match contributions)
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Develop and publish Test Plans, Work Orders, Test Reports and related documentation for test articles and projects.
• Determine the type of test plan required.
• Coordinate with the certification department to ensure compliance with the manufacturer’s process.
• Request approval of test plans for special projects.
• Work closely with ODA’s to ensure compliance with policy and procedure.
• Generate a standard flammability test plan requested by the manufacturer.
• Provide guidance and insight for all Flammability and lab testing related activities.
• Provide support for all flammability testing and associated test plans, and test reports for FAA certification.
• Prepare price quotes for Test Plans / Reports & communicate with the client for approval & credit applications.
• Serve as a focal point and technical resource for manufacturing, quality assurance, design engineering, and certification engineering to resolve certification / manufacturing issues as related to FAA / EASA flammability compliance.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure compliance with all certification requirements and flammability requirements of the design.
• Reviews test memos and plans of all direct reports for accuracy, completeness and to ensure reduced testing based on the similarity of design / construction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills :

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Communicate effectively in English (Bilingual English / Spanish a plus).
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and 10-year background check (criminal / employment).
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and understand technical documentation.
• Minimum of 2 years college (business or aviation) or 5 years relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements or previous conformity / inspection experience a plus.
• AutoCAD experience a plus.

Physical Requirements :

• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment :

• This job operates in a professional office environment, a warehouse facility and a flammability burn testing area.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Other Duties :

• Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AccuFleet International is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

AAP / EEO Statement :

It is the policy of AccuFleet to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities.

Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate.