Propulsion Controls Engineering is hiring a Technical Writer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for the technical writing and development of Process Control Procedures (PCPs), ensuring we meet the technical requirements for reliability and quality conformance in our ship repair operations.
What You'll Do
- Serve as a technical writer and approval authority for the development of Process Control Procedures (PCPs).
- Translate basic information from work specifications, and technical documentation from NSTMs, Mil Standards, and OEM technical manuals, for submission to the appropriate approval authority.
- Ensure full compliance and documentation of all Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) supporting final work certification.
- Accurately document the completion of all tests.
- Interpret QA requirements identified in system prints and drawings, NSTMs, Military Standards, and technical publications on the deck plates.
- Demonstrate sound decision making and effective coordination resolving differing opinions in interpretation of requirements.
- Demonstrate responsibility for the safe conduct of in-process and final operational checkpoints.
- Initiate Preventative and Corrective Action Reports required for the correction of deficiencies/discrepancies related to completion of work items.
- Conduct follow up evaluation to determine the effectiveness of corrective actions.
- Accomplish internal and external Quality Assurance Audits and Surveillances.
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 8 years ship repair / shipyard related experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Mastery in the application of ship repair technical specifications and industry requirements supporting the repair of complex and critical systems and equipment.
- Extensive knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items, ISO 9001, and notional differences in QA system requirements in relation to Government / Military / ABS and Commercial work specifications.
- Professional acumen demonstrating effective communication (both verbal and written) for coordination, scheduling, and completion of inspections.
- Must be able to complete training / certification for CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation).
- Complete training and/or qualifications required to support assigned collateral duties (Internal Auditor, NPBI, Surveillances, etc.).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Nice to Have
- Associate or Bachelors Degree in QA related curriculum or equivalent (proven) experience.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office
Benefits & Compensation
- Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, voluntary plans such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and hospital indemnity)
- Paid Time Off
- Company paid holidays
- Retirement savings plan (401K plan with company matching and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
- Career development opportunities
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based in our San Diego, CA location.
Propulsion Controls Engineering is an equal opportunity employer.
