Technical Writer

About ANAVIA

ANAVIA is renowned for its expertise in the aerospace industry, specializing in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft systems. With our operational headquarters in Bilten and Näfels, Switzerland, and a branch in the United Arab Emirates, we are recognized as a global leader committed to technological innovation, operational reliability, and uncompromising quality.

Your Mission

As part of our dedicated team, you will engage in a variety of responsibilities, including:

• Technical Documentation Creation: Develop and maintain high-quality technical documents such as user manuals, maintenance guides, operational procedures, and system specifications for unmanned helicopter systems, supplemented with CAD-generated detail views.
• Document Review and Editing: Conduct thorough reviews and edits of technical documents to guarantee clarity, accuracy, and compliance with industry standards.
• Collaboration with Teams: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality assurance, and production, to gather essential information and ensure documentation aligns with system capabilities and requirements.
• Documentation Management: Organize a structured repository of technical documents, ensuring proper version control and accessibility for stakeholders.
• Compliance Assurance: Confirm that all technical documentation adheres to relevant regulatory and industry standards, particularly in aviation.
• Training and Support Materials: Develop training materials and assist in creating training programs for internal teams and end-users that focus on operational and maintenance procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of best practices in technical writing and documentation management, recommending enhancements to improve processes and efficiency.

Competencies & Duties

• Ability to work independently and responsibly while performing assigned tasks.
• Adherence to company policies, safety instructions, quality manuals, and process specifications.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 25% of working hours.

Your Profile

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field; certifications in technical writing or documentation management are advantageous.
• Experience: Proven experience in technical writing or documentation engineering, especially within the aerospace or UAV sector, with a preference for experience in the manned aviation industry.
• Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills complemented by excellent analytical and technical comprehension.
• Language: Proficiency in English (oral and written) is essential; German language skills are a plus.
• Passport: Open to Swiss and EU Nationals only.
• Location: On-site in Näfels | Bilten, Switzerland.