Document Control Analyst III

Our new global headquarters is conveniently located in Irvine, CA near John Wayne Airport in the Park Place development. For our onsite and hybrid employees you will be able to enjoy amenities such as access to many restaurants and shops, running trails, a fitness deck, outdoor seating, dry cleaning, car wash, free garage parking, car charging stations, shuttle service for train commuters, outdoor games like bocce, horseshoes, gaming tables, pickle ball, and basketball. For more information on Park Place visit parkplaceirvine.com.

Who We Are:

Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!

How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more.

If you want to learn more about us visit us at www.panasonic.aero. And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to www.panasonic.aero/join-us/.

The Position:

JOB SUMMARY

Document Control Analyst implements and maintains advanced change orders for product improvements, repairs, and new product development.  Interfaces with Engineering, Manufacturing, Field Operations, and Marketing Departments to ensure appropriate changes are documented.  Maintains change orders, data from regulatory agencies, configuration progression, and third-party documents in internal archival system for ease of use and regulatory compliance.
Provides technical and process assistance to Engineers and internal company departments for proper document format and writing procedures.  

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES.

Change Orders 
• Creates, maintains, and processes change orders, stop orders, notices, and requests.
• Researches product change impacts to ensure that all products affected are identified and any issues resolved prior to the documents being finalized within documentation management system.
• Creates and verifies part numbers for documents in conformance to internal and regulatory compliance.  
• Communicates changes to appropriate internal departments.
• Reviews documents for accuracy, completeness, and consistency of document format.
• Ensures documents meet standards for production. 
Technical Support
• Supports and assists subject matter experts with document management system and record management procedures in order to conform to defined formats.
• Conducts periodic internal audits to ensure that procedural documentation complies and provides support during corporate audits.
• Guides engineers in FAA requirements and regulations.
• Guides and trains new and lower level Document Control Analyst in department procedures and assignments.
 
Reporting
• Prepares process and status reports for immediate Supervisor.
• Participates in internal Change Review Board. 
Administrative Support
• Updates logs and databases.
• Maintains archival activities for controlled documents including engineering drawings, project report specifications, product proposals, and documentation.   
• Participates in special project as assigned. 
 

The salary or hourly wage range of $44,000 – 80,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements. 

What We’re Looking For:

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Strong knowledge of Agile PLM system
• Some technical writing skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to work collaboratively with company employees at all levels and diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to multitask and apply priority to projects with adaptability and urgency while meeting timelines.
• Ability to work independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction.
• Ability to effectively follow procedures and work instructions.  
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
• Must have basic understanding of standard operating procedures.
• Knowledge of FAA/ISO regulatory requirements. 
• Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions.
• Normally receives little instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced assignments.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing or equivalent.

• 4-6 years experience working in a technical, compliance-oriented environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Our Principles:

Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude

What We Offer:

·         At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive, and flexible benefits program.

·         Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year 7 sick days 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.

·         Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP. 

·         401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.

·         Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.

·         Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program. 

All applicants are subject to Company policies, third party customer and worksite requirements, and government requirements, regarding vaccination and/or testing for COVID-19.  Where permitted by applicable law, applicants may be required to be fully vaccinated with an authorized COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, unless they are eligible for and obtain an exemption based on a reasonable accommodation because of a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. While the Company strongly encourages COVID-19 vaccinations, it may require vaccination and/or testing for positions in which third party customer, worksite, or government requirements apply, in accordance with applicable law. At those locations where requirements apply, exemptions will be considered based on applicable law. 

Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporate.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Salary : $44,000 - $80,000