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Times Microwave Systems

Technical Writer

Mesa, AZ

The Technical Writer supports the Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing Teams in creating, reviewing ... Familiarity/experience with 3D solid modeling software & data vaulting is a plus. * Fundamental ...

Times Microwave Systems

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Mesa, AZ · On-site

The Technical Writer supports the Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing Teams in creating, reviewing ... Familiarity/experience with 3D solid modeling software & data vaulting is a plus. * Fundamental ...

Times Microwave Systems

Technical Writer

Mesa, AZ · On-site

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Qualifications -Minimum 4 years of experience as technical writer for enterprise business applications. -Prefer experience as graphical designer in software related projects. -Experience supporting ...

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... software, including system user and admin guides, operations and maintenance manuals, online help ... Minimum of three (3) years of Technical Writer experience Good verbal and written communication ...

Times Microwave Systems

The Technical Writer supports the Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing Teams in creating, reviewing ... Familiarity/experience with 3D solid modeling software & data vaulting is a plus. * Fundamental ...

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Technical Writer

Mesa, AZ

Times Microwave Systems
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Summary:
The Technical Writer supports the Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing Teams in creating, reviewing, releasing and maintaining technical and manufacturing documentation, supporting Oracle maintenance, ensuring configuration control for required processes as well as supporting through documentation various manufacturing processes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Principal role in preparation and peer review of Manufacturing Instructions and technical specifications.
  • Configuration management across multiple TMS document control processes.
  • Oracle administration, entry and update of item masters, routings, and bills of material applicable for raw materials and production components to ensure timely and accurate MRP support and release of production documentation.
  • Coordination with the Sales Team and Applications Engineering Team to review customer drawings and specifications for design concerns/conflicts and material requirements related to Oracle entry.
  • Integration with Manufacturing Engineering to support and optimize any/all production processes.
  • Disseminate necessary information to keep internal customers informed regarding status/progress of work in process.

Qualifications/Requirements
  • Associates Degree or higher in a technical discipline is preferred. Occupational and/or military experience in leu of education will be considered.
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills. Strong Technical Writing and computer skills including fluency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required.
  • Hands on experience with coaxial cable assembly manufacturing is a plus
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills with ability to work in a team environment is required.
  • Familiarity/experience with 3D solid modeling software & data vaulting is a plus.
  • Fundamental knowledge of mechanical and electrical manufacturing processes, including assembly and testing.
  • Familiar with manufacturing and drafting practices is preferred.
  • Experience with and/or exposure to AS9100 quality standards is a plus.
  • Experience interpreting work instructions to connect test equipment is preferred.
  • Prior experience with mechanical and electrical operation of test equipment is preferred.
  • Prior experience reading and interpreting specs (blueprints, schematics, etc.) is preferred.
  • Experience working with ERP and/or MRP systems is a plus.
  • Industry experience 3+ years minimum is preferred.

Times Microwave Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.

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