Project Manager - Technical Publications

Job Summary:

The Technical Publications Project Manager will use established procedures and work under limited supervision to perform assigned tasks by working cross-functionally with Engineering, Repair and Overhaul, Suppliers and Customers.  Responsible for supplier RFQs, Purchase Requisitions/Purchase Order initiation; cost and schedule requirements.  Will have expert knowledge of industry standards, practices and procedures related to product support documentation such as Component Maintenance Manuals, Service Bulletins, provisioning data, and related publications. Open in hiring in Burbank, CA or Lynnwood, WA offices.

Essential Functions:

• Interface as required with other disciplines including engineering, manufacturing, repair and overhaul, purchasing, and suppliers as required to exchange information, resolve problems, and achieve results
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure that maintenance documentation meets industry standards and customers’ requirements and standards
• Collaborate with other engineering departments and coordinate their specialized contributions to the development of the documentation
• Provide support for internal technical writers and suppliers to improve production processes
• Prepare schedules and cost estimates on writing efforts required
• Ensure external activities required to support the customer acceptance of publications, e.g. reviews and verification, are scheduled and completed to support on-time delivery
• Function as Technical Publications interface for internal and external customer; assist customer as required to resolve content discrepancies
• Translate customer specifications; communicate requirements to offshore and domestic vendors
• Review industry policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, security, and regulatory compliance
• Take action to resolve problems and minimize delays
• Mentor staff
• Any other task assigned by your supervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 5+ years of experience managing Technical Publications projects or aerospace documentation requiring industry knowledge and familiarity with publishing software/tools.
• Knowledge: Expert knowledge of practices and procedures associated with the industry standards governing the content and format of aerospace technical publications.  Understand and interpret writing requirements and contract deliverables.  Familiarity with project management tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Skills/Abilities: Excellent documentation, organization, and time management skills. Ability to write procedures, reports, and maintenance documentation. Demonstrated ability to lead projects through complete cycle. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in team environment.
• Education/Certification: Associate's Degree from a two-year college with 5 years aerospace experience or 10 years progressive experience in an aerospace publications environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related discipline
• CAPM or PMP certification

Working Conditions:

• Standard office environment
• Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
• Pushing (in pounds):  up to 10 pounds
• Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets
• Workspace (line, cube, etc): cubicle/desk  

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.

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You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.  We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.  FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Salary range: $107,600 - 132,000. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.