L3Harris Technologies

Technical Writer, Specialist – Illustrator

L3Harris Technologies

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Waco • Texas • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • The Technical Writer (Illustrator) Specialist is responsible for generating technical illustrations based on engineering models in support of avionic modification technical manuals.
  • Illustrations are generated in accordance with project standards utilizing Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and NX to manipulate engineering models based on technical write-ups.
  • Develop a variety of graphics types to support operation, maintenance, repair, and user/installation manuals for a variety of avionic modification products.
  • Create new product illustrations based on mechanical/engineering drawings and modify existing graphics using Adobe Creative Suite products and CAD Software.
  • Collaborate with writers, designers, and other stakeholders to gather information and understand technical specifications and requirements.
  • Ensure that all illustrations adhere to project standards and industry best practices.
  • Work closely with the management team to stay updated on project budgets, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
  • May manage projects or processes with general supervision. Recommends enhancements to systems and processes.
  • Works to achieve operational targets for specific programs and projects with moderate impact on departmental results.
  • Advanced proficiency in using Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and CAD Software. (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX)
  • Proficiency in manipulating 3D models.
  • Familiarity with DoD and/or FAA standards and regulations.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • A proactive and self-motivated approach to work, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
  • Understanding technical concepts and ability to analyze engineering drawings.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree with four (4) years of technical illustration experience in developing a variety of graphics to support operation, maintenance, repair, and user/installation manuals in an aerospace-driven environment or within the defense industry.
  • Graduate Degree with two (2) years of technical illustration experience in developing a variety of graphics to support operation, maintenance, repair, and user/installation manuals in an aerospace-driven environment or within the defense industry.
  • In lieu of a degree, a minimum of eight (8) years of technical illustration experience in developing a variety of graphics to support operation, maintenance, repair, and user/installation manuals in an aerospace-driven environment or within the defense industry.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance
  • Must be a US Citizen.
Benefits
  • Candidates needing assistance are encouraged to email requests for reasonable accommodations to AppAssistance@L3harris.com. Please include a description of your accommodation request and the following contact information: full name and the best contact number and/or preferred means to communicate with you.

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Hard skills
technical illustration3D model manipulationgraphic developmentengineering drawing analysisproject managementAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopCAD SoftwareAutoCADSolidWorks
Soft skills
organizational skillsattention to detailcommunication skillscollaborationproactive approachself-motivationtime managementinitiativeability to manage multiple projectsability to meet deadlines