Technical Documentation Manager, Aerospace

Company Description

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company.  We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines.  We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world. 

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers.  Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy.

Job Description

The Technical Documentation Engineer will be responsible for establishing robust document maintenance processes; maintaining all current Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) and Designated Engineering Representative (DER) documentation; managing the proper sequence of steps required for internal and external approvals.

Due to regulatory requirements, all candidates must be a current U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident.

• Create and maintain an organized repository of documentation that fulfills FAA regulatory requirements
• Create ISO, FAA, and AS9100 compliant procedures for the efficient processing of documents from their creation through approval
• Track and report status of each document through its life cycle – from the onset of draft to submission to the FAA and any subsequent approvals or revisions
• Ownership of document quality including format, use of standard language, grammar, legibility for a technical (but not expert) audience
• Assist with the completion and update of documents that utilize previously approved reports as templates
• Update part numbers/stage number/engine type for the current project
• Ensure timely submission of all documents to the proper FAA office
• Collaborate with multiple internal sites/locations and departments such as Quality, Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing and IT securing compliance with FAA requirements
• Navigate through various systems and tools to understand the process and hold stakeholders accountable
• Oversee and manage various vendors ensuring proper documentation, purchasing, analysis and specifications are correct for tooling, parts and materials
• Identify opportunities for automation of processes
• Identify opportunities for improvement that ultimately reduce lead time and streamline review and approval processes
• Maintain current status of multiple document streams
• Develop monthly reports for senior leadership demonstrating current document status

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education is required.
• 5+ years of experience in the Aerospace or Industrial gas turbine engine vanes/blades/casting discipline
• Familiarity with aerodynamic, performance, and heat transfer disciplines
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of turbine airfoil manufacturing and best practices. Combustion experience would be a plus.
• Knowledge of gas turbine airfoil manufacturing processes (blades, vanes, casting, machining) 
• Familiarity with all aspects of airfoil manufacturing (casting, machining, etc.) 
• Knowledge of FAA guidelines for PMA and RS-DER requirements and compliance testing 

Additional Information

Chromalloy is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran's status, or visual, hearing, mental or physical disability. 

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.  This position requires access to controlled technology and technical data, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations and or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations.  Job offers are contingent upon Chromalloy obtaining any necessary authorization for the employee to access such technology in a timely fashion in accordance with business needs and prior to beginning work. 

Special Requirements:

This position requires US citizenship or permanent resident status since duties and tasks may include the review and/or analysis of information and technical data subject to certain restrictions re