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Technical Writer 3 month contract West Lafayette, IN Rate Range $26-27 As Quality Tech Writer in West Lafayette, IN, you have the opportunity to join a team that will manufacture the rear section of the T-7A Redhawk military trainer aircraft for the United States Air Force. When at full capacity by 2027, Client will employ over 250 employees in the West Lafayette facility in management, administration, and manufacturing. As our company continues to expand their new operation in West Lafayette, IN, we are seeking a Contract Technical Writer in the Quality department who provides support to internal customers related to product non-conformance identification, investigation, and disposition. Responsibilities include: • Responsible for technical writing assignments involving generation of Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), Inspection Plans/ Control Plans, First Article Inspections (FAIs), and Material Review Board dispositions (MRBs) • Develop strong working knowledge of the quality requirements as defined by customer/industry standards • Assist in developing effective controls/solutions to provide high quality products to customers within schedule • Assists in non-conformance investigations and material assessments • Contribute to a people-first culture in alignment to Client values, demonstrating core Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support • Other projects and tasks as assigned Skills & Experience • Associate degree in a STEM discipline OR 5 years’ experience in an aerospace manufacturing quality role required. • Previous technical writing experience in a manufacturing or quality operation is preferred • Hands-on experience with ISO9001/AS9100 or IATF16949 Quality Management Systems, testing and inspection methodologies is a plus; specific experience with air structure assembly is a strong plus • Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) is desired • Ability to work with and articulate technical product/process requirements associated with electro-mechanical assembly • Ability to interpret and revise relevant written documentation / work instructions for consistency and efficient repetition is critical. • Effective and concise written and verbal communication skills • Demonstrates a collaborative approach to problem-solving • Ability to be self-driven and deliver high quality results across a global team • Ability to work extended hours when needed. Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. Butler evaluates applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The Butler America Aerospace, LLC. EEO Policy Statement and “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here: Applicant and Employee Notices . Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department a

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Technical Writer
3 month contract
West Lafayette, IN
Rate Range $26-27
Responsible for technical writing assignments involving generation of Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), Inspection Plans/ Control Plans, First Article Inspections (FAIs), and Material Review Board dispositions (MRBs)
Develop strong working knowledge of the quality requirements as defined by customer/industry standards
Assist in developing effective controls/solutions to provide high quality products to customers within schedule
Assists in non-conformance investigations and material assessments
Contribute to a people-first culture in alignment to Client values, demonstrating core Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support
Other projects and tasks as assigned
Associate degree in a STEM discipline OR 5 years’ experience in an aerospace manufacturing quality role required.
Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) is desired
Ability to work with and articulate technical product/process requirements associated with electro-mechanical assembly
Ability to interpret and revise relevant written documentation / work instructions for consistency and efficient repetition is critical.
Effective and concise written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrates a collaborative approach to problem-solving
Ability to be self-driven and deliver high quality results across a global team
Ability to work extended hours when needed.

Nice-to-haves

Previous technical writing experience in a manufacturing or quality operation is preferred
Hands-on experience with ISO9001/AS9100 or IATF16949 Quality Management Systems, testing and inspection methodologies is a plus; specific experience with air structure assembly is a strong plus

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