Technical Writer 2

Job description

Technical Writer 2

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

As a worldwide leader in its sector, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and produces modules, equipment and test cells for aircraft and space engines. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters has two subsidiaries in the United States and employs 1,700 people.

Reference number

2025-165318

Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Continuous improvement - Improvement and/or transformation project management - BB/MBB

Job title

Technical Writer 2

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Summary :

Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins. At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

The Technical Writer 2 at Safran Test Cells plays a key role in ensuring Safran Test Cells customers are able to understand and effectively use our products. Technical Writers are responsible for writing and editing technical manuals and other publications that include installation, operation, calibration, and maintenance procedures. Additionally, the Technical Writer 2 will assist other departments with drafting and editing interdepartmental documentation, and internal improvement projects as well as organizing technical content.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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Write, edit, organize, and publish manuals, instructions, catalogs, and other technical and administrative publications according to established processes and standards for style, content, and quality.

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Work with Subject Matter Experts and internal teams to develop publications that are effective for the desired purpose.

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Create and update graphics for documentation including photographs, drawings, diagrams, and charts in order to make publications easier for the audience to understand.

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Maintain detailed work records and submit weekly progress reports.

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Present publications improvement ideas to the Technical Publication Manager.

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Other duties as assigned.

Candidate skills & requirements

Education/Experience:

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Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Communications or other relevant degrees preferred.

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3+ years of technical writing experience required.

Qualifications:

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Exceptional verbal, graphical, writing, and editing skills.

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Knowledge of accepted technical writing practices and methodologies.

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Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve and promote quality while monitoring own work to ensure quality is met.

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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively build relationships with internal and external customers

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Basic knowledge of Microsoft Suite, CorelDraw, Adobe Acrobat, and/or other software packages.

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Resourceful, creative, detail-oriented with solid organizational skills and able to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Able to quickly comprehend technical information and translate ideas / concepts into a finished document and has a proven ability to offer creative solutions.

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Able and willing to travel up to 5% of the time both domestically and internationally, as required.

Annual salary

80,000-88,000

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis

City (-ies)

651 Campus Drive, Suite 100, New Brighton, MN 55112

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes