Technical Writer (Stage 1 Integration)

SpaceX

Summary

The Technical Writer for Stage 1 Integration at SpaceX is responsible for creating and maintaining process instructions for the Falcon 9 Stage 1 vehicle, ensuring safety, reliability, and process capability goals are met while collaborating with engineering and production teams to optimize manufacturing and integration processes.

What you'll do

Create, revise, and maintain planning documents to produce assemblies which conform to design and specifications
Author and illustrate technician instructional content for all S1 Integration scope (PA, Closeouts, Prop AVI, and Final Integration)
Revise, review, and troubleshoot all aspects of process planning
Manage projects and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating to and influencing stakeholders
Maintain long-term authoring projects and address a stream of real-time planning requests
Interact with shop personnel to ensure work instructions are accurate and comprehensible
Interpret technical documents in regards to aerospace manufacturing, assemblies, database systems, and processes to create accurate planning
Source and incorporate process improvements to streamline build process and increase build reliability

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
2+ years of experience in process planning or technical writing
Experience with reducing ambiguity in instructions through graphic illustration and annotation
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and schematics
Demonstrated experience with illustration tools and software
Working knowledge of Python, SQL, or other coding language
Process planning experience in automotive or aviation industries
Ability to work under deadlines and to deliver in the midst of changes in project direction
Ability to creatively overhaul and re-design any project or workflow to optimize comprehension, while meeting requirements
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and ability to succinctly present recommendations to stakeholders, the customer, and management
Demonstrated experience with CAD and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
Strong analytical, project management, computer, communication, and writing skills (typing, spelling, grammar)
Intermediate experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)