Technical Writer

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

About us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.

Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

We currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

The opportunity

Boeing Defence Australia is looking to recruit high performing technical writers to support the E-7A Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) International Programs. This role can be based in Brisbane, Adelaide or Williamtown.

Candidates should possess the following attributes:

• Dynamic, innovative and likes to think outside the square
• Team orientated, influential and likes a challenge
• An advocate for diversity and inclusion and will be actively involved in leading change
• An excellent communicator and outcome focused

Responsibilities

Technical writer responsibilities will include:

• Development and review of critical and routine technical publication revision tasks for AEW&C customers
• Working closely with AEW&C Technical Writers, SME's, Coordinators and Execution Leads to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks to achieve project revision deliveries.
• Conducting quality and in process reviews and validation of technical publications.

Desirable Experience/Qualifications

• Experience and potential in the development of technical publications within a system specialty (mechanical/airframe/engines/GSS) desirable
• Experience in the development of technical publications for all levels of operations and maintenance for a new or fielded major equipment system desirable
• 737NG experience desirable
• S1000D experience desirable
• XML or SGML experience desirable
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements
• With the right attitude and communication skills, experience is not necessary

Culture

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Flexible working options
• Study assistance
• Salary packaging
• Employee Incentive Program
• Global opportunities.

How to apply

View the full Position Description and apply now.

Find out more about Boeing Defence Australia here.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.