Freelance Technical Writer
Technical Writer (Project Based)
FAA, aerospace standards
REMOTE
Key Responsibilities
Proofread and Edit NDT Procedures
- Review draft on-wing inspection procedures (typically 10-22 pages, PDF format) for consistency, clarity, and compliance with requirements.
Apply Simplified Technical English (STE)
- Ensure documents comply with ASD-STE100 guidelines, avoiding prohibited terminology (e.g., gerunds, certain verbs), restructuring sentences for clarity, and using approved STE vocabulary.
Verify Consistency
- Confirm all text matches associated figures and tables, correct copy/paste errors (e.g., mismatched inspection location counts), and update numerical data as needed.
Cross-Reference Graphics/Data
- Validate visual data (e.g., ultrasonic screen readings, annotated graphics) against written instructions for accuracy.
Quality and Accuracy Assurance
- Guarantee a 100% acceptance rate for completed edits; flag discrepancies and maintain a strong attention to detail.
Workflow Collaboration
- Integrate seamlessly into Boeing’s document review process, returning proofed procedures for final technical review by leads.
Security Compliance
- Work only with non-export-controlled commercial procedures; adhere to all security guidelines requiring U.S. person status.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Technical Writing, Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- Experience in aerospace, aviation, or engineering documentation—preferably with NDT or maintenance procedures.
- Prior exposure to ASD-STE100 Simplified Technical English (formal training a plus, but not required).
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to spot inconsistencies between text and figures.
- Familiarity with editing and annotating PDF documents.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and deliver review-ready documents with minimal oversight.
- U.S. person status
Preferred Skills
- Exposure to NDT techniques, procedures, or terminology (ultrasonics, inspection locations, etc.).
- Editorial experience within regulated technical environments (FAA, aerospace standards).
- Comfortable interacting remotely with client teams and adapting to evolving workflow processes.