• Technical Writer 2

    Safran (New Brighton, MN)


    Technical Writer 2

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    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:

    - 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.

     

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

     

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

     

    - Maintain detailed work records and submit weekly progress reports.

     

    - Present publications improvement ideas to the Technical Publication Manager.

     

    - Other duties as assigned.

     

    Candidate skills & requirements

    Education/Experience:

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

     

    - 3+ years of technical writing experience required.

    Qualifications:

    - Exceptional verbal, graphical, writing, and editing skills.

     

    - Knowledge of accepted technical writing practices and methodologies.

     

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

     

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

     

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

     

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

     

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

     

    - 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