Aviation Technical Writer - Santa Barbara, CA (On-Site)

Silver Air Private Jets •

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Position Type: Permanent

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Part 135 Aviation Technical Writer to create, revise, and maintain technical documentation, manuals, and other instructional materials. This role is critical in ensuring that our operational procedures and technical content are clear, accurate, and compliant with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Create and Update Technical Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive technical manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and other related documents specific to Part 135 operations.
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts: Work closely with engineers, pilots, maintenance personnel, and other stakeholders to gather information and ensure the accuracy of content.
Ensure Compliance: Ensure that all documentation meets regulatory requirements and industry standards, particularly under Part 135 operations.
Review and Edit Content: Edit and proofread documents to ensure clarity, consistency, and correctness.
Manage Document Control: Implement and maintain document control processes to ensure timely updates and distribution of materials.
Develop Training Materials: Create training guides, quick reference materials, and other educational content to support operational training programs.
Support Digital Transformation: Assist in the digitalization of manuals and technical content for use in electronic formats and on various devices.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Aviation, or a related field.
Proven experience as a Technical Writer, preferably in the aviation industry or a related field.
Strong understanding of Part 135 operations and regulatory requirements.
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and technical writing tools.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Benefits

We care deeply about making Silver Air an incredible place to work, and we invest a significant amount of time and energy into creating and maintaining a company culture that provides our team with outstanding support while inspiring them to do their best work.

The specific benefits/perks we offer are continually evolving but currently include:

Unlimited PTO
Fully paid for Health Insurance coverage for you and your family
5 matching 401k/Roth
Generous personal development and employee assistance programs
Top-of-the-line equipment (Apple, Microsoft, Dell, Lenovo, etc.)
Cell phone allowance
Pet Insurance
Flexible leadership team
Competitive salary

About Silver Air Private Jets

Company Culture:

Silver Air Private Jets is driven to be the best in our industry – to change our industry by creating an environment where our team members can be their absolute best individually and collectively. We've built a culture based on core values like Drive, Own It, Respect, and Discipline. Silver Air fosters an environment of safety-first flight operations and service-first client relations. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we encourage contribution and collaboration.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 / year

Job Ident #: 205341

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Aviation Technical Writer - Santa Barbara, CA (On-Site)

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