Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Product Technical Documentation Specialist to join our growing team. Reporting to the Director of Mission Assurance, the Product Technical Documentation Specialist will work within a multidisciplinary team to compile and deliver satellite vehicle product End Item Data Packages (EIDPs) to program managers and external customers.​ End Item Data Packages (EIDPs) are the collection of digital documents associated with the design, manufacture, inspection, testing, non-conformances, procedures and other activities performed on the product that demonstrates conformance to contractual requirements. This collection contains all information necessary to verify the final as-built configuration of the product.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Compile, produce and deliver required elements of End Item Data Packages (EIDPs) for delivered satellite vehicles.
• Work closely with Design, System and Quality Engineers, Manufacturing/Production, Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T), and Program Managers to ensure final product data packages accurately reflect as-built delivered configurations.
• Import and transfer digital documents, information, photos, and reports from multiple sources and compile into a single indexed documentation package.
• Organize and track status of data package elements for completeness, consistency, and accuracy.
• Research, review, and collect available technical information for product documentation.
• Develop a strong understanding of the technical details of the satellite products and product lifecycle.
• Maintain configuration and revision control of multiple simultaneous work products.
• Work is generally independent while also collaborative in nature.
• Technical writing, review and release for general documents and procedures on quality and mission assurance.

• Associate's degree or equivalent relevant experience in information management, technical writing, technical publication, configuration management or similar field.
• 5+ years relevant professional experience
• Experience producing End Item Data Packages (EIDPs) for technical products.
• Excellent MS Excel, Word, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat skills; familiar with MES/ERP/MRP systems.
• Focused and comfortable working with large amounts of information in multiple spreadsheets and databases.
• Meticulous attention to detail, proactive planning, detailed status tracking, organization, and time management skills are critical to manage multiple projects and deliverables with revolving deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication - able to speak, listen and write in both technical and non-technical terms across organizational boundaries and at all levels.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic; ability to work in a high-energy, fast-paced environment and easily adapt to change; willing to contribute where needed to get the job done.
• Demonstrated success working effectively independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Additional Differentiators

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in information management, technical writing, technical publication, configuration management or similar field.
• Background in engineering, production, quality assurance or related technical discipline.
• Experience with Aegis, Windchill, and/or Jira.
• Data/information management in defense, aerospace, and/or space industry.
• Experience in an engineering and production environment with understanding of engineering drawing management, configuration management, production as-built configurations, and non-conformance reporting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, test reports, customer specifications requirements, and non-conformance reports.
• Experience with ISO9001, AS9100 or other Quality Management Systems.

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Salary Range $65,000-$85,000

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.