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L3Harris Technologies · 1 day ago

Specialist, Technical Writer (Illustrator)

Waco, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

L3Harris Technologies is a leader in the defense industry, committed to delivering innovative technology solutions. The Technical Writer (Illustrator) Specialist is responsible for creating technical illustrations to support avionic modification manuals, ensuring adherence to project standards and collaborating with various stakeholders.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Alexander McCullough

Responsibilities

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

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Qualification

Adobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopCAD Software3D model manipulationTechnical illustrationProactive approachUnderstanding technical conceptsCommunicationOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

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