Summary
Universal Avionics (UA) has been in business for over 40 years, continuously making huge strides in business, commercial, and military avionics. Our company continues to move the avionics industry forward by designing the next generation of technology as well as the latest iterations of our flagship products to ensure easier management and safety & reliability of all phases of flight.
As UA's Technical Writer, you will write and edit technical copy for various company publications and work with engineers and other technical personnel to ensure the technical accuracy of all publications. You will work as part of a team but also will have projects and assignments where you will work independently and accomplish your objectives with minimal supervision.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Write and edit technical copy for various company publications, which may include product documentation for use in design, development, verification, product certification, and installation. When appropriate, convert technical language into easily understood terms.
- Implement applicable configuration management requirements. Coordinate scheduling with program managers.
- Work with engineers and other technical personnel to collect, interpret, and clarify content of technical documents in conformance with publication standards, industry specifications, and company processes.
- Manage the review and approval process for all product documentation to ensure that project schedules are completed on time.
- Implement the applicable configuration management requirements for all product documentation, including planning, identification, change control, and status accounting.
- Implement and suggest improvements to business processes.
Competency – To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Minimum Qualifications:
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a writing-related or science/engineering field and two (2) or more years of experience with documentation, publications, or content management in a high-tech environment and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
What We Offer:
- Benefits eligibility starts on your first day as a full-time employee at Universal Avionics.
- Medical insurance (multiple plan options, including low-deductible PPO)
- Preventive care covered at 100%
- Affordable copays for doctor visits, urgent care, and prescriptions
- Teladoc virtual care access
- Vision coverage through VSP (includes exams, frames, and lenses)
- Dental insurance (covers preventive, basic, and major services)
- 401(k) with immediate safe harbor match (100% match on up to 4% of pay after 60 days)
- 9/80 work schedule option – every other Friday off
- Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays (including a week in December)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Gym reimbursement
- Wellness programs:
- One Pass Select (discounted access to gyms, fitness apps, and more)
- Travel assistance and employee discounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and emotional wellness support:
- Up to 3 free counseling visits per issue/year through Reliance Matrix
- Up to 6 free counseling sessions per issue/year through Health Advocate
- Includes mental health, financial, legal, work-life, medical navigation, and life coaching support
- And more!
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Universal Avionics offers the best of both worlds: the close-knit, agile culture of a mid-sized company, with the resources and global impact of our parent company, Elbit Systems.
- Our team is driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared passion for aviation safety.
- Here's what makes our work environment thrive:
- A collaborative, supportive team of skilled professionals and mentors
- Groundbreaking projects that shape the future of avionics technology
- A company culture that promotes innovation, career growth, and continuous learning
- Meaningful work that impacts air travel safety around the world
- A strong work-life balance, including a 9/80 schedule option
To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit: www.UniversalAvionics.com
Universal Avionics’ products and technology are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As part of our compliance process, we inquire about work authorization and citizenship status to ensure alignment with these regulations.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in writing-related or science/engineering field
- Two (2) or more years of experience with documentation or content management in a high-tech environment
What We Do
Universal Avionics, an Elbit Systems Company, is a leading manufacturer of innovative avionics systems offered as retrofit and forward-fit solutions for the largest diversification of aircraft types in the industry. Markets served include Business, Helicopter, Special Missions, Government / Military, Airline (regional / commercial) and OEM. To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit www.uasc.com/company/aboutus.
