Technical Author
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Location
Canton of Basel-City
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
Swiss Franc80000 - Swiss Franc110000 per annum
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Contact:
Ben Clapham
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Contact email:
b.clapham@ioassociates.eu
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Job ref:
BBBH149494_1729868516
Position Summary and Responsibilities
Contribute to the development of Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) and Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) supplements across all ATA chapters. Assist in creating and refining internal documentation guidelines, working independently to produce AMM supplements in compliance with airworthiness requirements. Responsibilities also include independently creating parts lists, illustrations, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Core Responsibilities
- Analyze engineering documents (such as electrical/mechanical drawings, ground check protocols, specifications, and project descriptions).
- Collaborate effectively with engineering teams and shop personnel.
- Establish and maintain AMM and IPC supplements.
- Develop isometric illustrations and track design revisions.
- Prepare complete customer documentation packages.
- Build and update a technical documentation library with illustrations and reusable text segments.
Skills and Qualifications
- Advanced qualifications as a Technical Author or a Master's degree; experience in mechanical engineering preferred.
- Aeronautics knowledge is beneficial.
- Proficiency with Adobe Framemaker, Illustrator, Isodraw CAD process, Sketchup, AutoCAD.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and CAD; familiarity with XML and VB Script is advantageous.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; German language skills are a plus.
- Goal-oriented, proactive, and collaborative team player.