Technical Writer, Sierra Space

• We seek individuals who Dare to Dream — envisioning the extraordinary and pursuing it relentlessly — to join us on this transformational journey
• We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision, and audacious goals while meeting the minimum qualifications below
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the aerospace or solar power industry
• Proven expertise in creating technical documentation, including process planning and specifications
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Proficiency in technical writing tools and software
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes and familiarity with industry standards and protocols
• Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight
• Strong work ethic and drive to succeed
• Willingness to work occasional long hours and weekends
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere
• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity
• Occasionally lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs
• Occasionally exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials
• Occasionally exposed to loud noises

Desirable

• As a Technical Writer, you will play a pivotal role in developing and updating process plans and manufacturing specifications for our multi-panel deployable Solar Array programs
• You will gain an in-depth understanding of the innovative processes used to build our solar arrays, including our patented pick-and-place surface mount solar cell technology, which is set to revolutionize space-rated solar power systems
• Working closely with the manufacturing engineering team, you will enhance and standardize our build and process documentation for both new and existing product lines, impacting every aspect of our production center
• Your clear and concise documentation will be crucial in achieving significant efficiency gains, both out on the production floor and within the Manufacturing Engineering team
• Collaborate closely with the Manufacturing Engineering and Operations teams to gather process information and understand technical requirements
• Develop detailed process planning documentation, including work instructions, technical specifications, and training documentation
• Develop and own the template library to standardize process planning across the team
• Review process plans and specifications across the team and enforce adherence to template guidelines to ensure consistent, high-quality documentation
• Provide hands-on support to the Manufacturing Engineering and Operations teams to gather insights and improvements for documentation
• Assist with new program introduction by identifying the need for new specifications, determining the specification library structure, and developing documentation alongside process owners

• This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified