General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

With minimal direction, this position collaborates with management and engineering to establish objectives, plans, and timelines for the development of comprehensive technical documents such as procedure manuals, operational specifications, training manuals, presentations, articles and related technical publications. Reviews and negotiates document specifications with customers and ensures final documents clearly and effectively communicate technical information and data. Reviews product systems, functional specifications and operations, and establishes safety requirements for assigned systems. Investigates and resolves complex problem areas and provides consultation to engineering, operations and maintenance personnel to document technical solutions. Consults on the development of and enforces the implementation of technical documentation policies, practices, and standards. Acts as primary spokesperson on matters related to technical documentation. Provides training, direction, and guidance to less experienced professional or technical staff. Typically collaborates with management on short and long term planning.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Provides consultation to management and the customer to determine appropriate timelines, content, and format for the development of comprehensive engineering technical documents.Oversees the identification, collection, and analysis of appropriate technical information and data. Reads, interprets and analyzes complex engineering source material such as engineering drawings, software documents, test plans, design specifications/documents, and interviews with technical experts.Reviews and analyzes safety criteria in system procedures and design, and analyzes system failure modes to recommend technical manual procedures which control or eliminate hazards.Develops safety procedures as required to support customer and test/operational requirements.Evaluates the interrelationship of system safety requirements and other aspects of concept design and development requirements.Reviews human interface designs, and provides recommendations for human interface improvements to ensure practicability, safety and usability.Provides consultation to engineering teams to resolve technical/operational issues.Serves as a consultant to management and customer by leading technical documentation reviews and making customer related presentations as required.Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating practices and procedures. Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.