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Technical Author Specialist I

Location : MILWAUKIE, OR, United States

Job Family : Engineering

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Oct 20, 2025

Job ID : 60353

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Parker Meggitt, a recent addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace markets, specializing in a wide range of products including power generation and conversion systems, magnetics, and sensors for extreme environments. Located in Milwaukie, OR (in the Greater Portland Area), this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select aircraft and ground vehicle markets, spanning business jet, narrow body, wide body, and fighter jet platforms as well as military ground vehicles. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon, among others.

Technical Author Specialist I

Position Summary:

The Technical Author Specialist I provides expertise on complex technical document data. Examines documents to verify completeness and accuracy of data, and resolves discrepancies with document originators, while aligning with Parker’s policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

+ Prepares engineering data for release

+ Performs release and retrieval activities to/from document control system

+ Collects and maintains documentation files that define product configuration

+ Develops new or revised documentation; distributing to appropriate users and ensuring that obsolete documentation is removed

+ Uses various computer programs to ensure security and appropriate user access to documents

+ Follows defined procedures per company procedures to perform document control processes

+ Participates in internal audits to ensure compliance with company procedures and industry regulations

+ Interfaces with other departments in the completion of document control processes

+ Evaluates possible solutions and results of work for which the employee is responsible

+ Makes recommendations and/or decisions accordingly using professional judgment

+ Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance

+ Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree required.

+ Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, 0-2 years experience.

+ Ability to provide expertise in document control procedures in a regulated environment

+ Capable of using existing procedures, analysis and standard practices to solve standard problems

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills

+ Strong organizational skills; able to prioritize according to urgency while remaining flexible

+ Ability to read and update technical documents

+ Ability to use existing procedures and critical thinking to solve complex problems

+ Computer proficiency with experience using Microsoft Office tools (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat and database management tools

Skills:

TYPICAL MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit. The employee frequently is required to use hands to operate a computer and is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk or move to other locations within or outside the facility. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Also expected of the employee is regular attendance, the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others and members of the public, and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind.Our competitive package includes:

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

+ Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

+ 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

+ Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

+ Career development and tuition reimbursement

+ Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

+ Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

+ Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)