SCF-19

Interpret technical documents

Interpret, prepare, and complete documentation including outputs from manufacturing software, technical diagrams, non conformance reports and technical build records in line with standards

Proficiency levels

Level Description
Aware
  • Can recognise key terms and fundamental concepts related to outputs from manufacturing software, technical diagrams, non-conformance reports, and technical build records.
  • Can describe the importance of adhering to standards (e.g. ISO 9001, ECSS standards) for documentation in space projects.
Practitioner
  • Can accurately interpret and complete documentation including outputs from manufacturing software, technical diagrams, non-conformance reports, and technical build records.
  • Can prepare documentation in line with relevant standards and specifications.
  • Can interpret and communicate technical information to ensure alignment between engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams.
Senior Practitioner
  • Can prepare complex technical documentation for spacecraft systems and subsystems, such as schematics for propulsion systems, thermal protection system layouts, or cleanroom assembly protocols.
  • Can prepare, interpret, and review complex technical documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
  • Can identify inconsistencies or errors in documentation and resolve them to maintain accuracy and compliance.
Expert
  • Can innovate and develop new methodologies, templates, and tools to improve the creation and communication of technical documentation.
  • Can provide strategic guidance in the management of documentation systems, such as the use of digital twins or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools.

Other taxonomies

Equivalent or similar competencies in other taxonomies.

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Taxonomy Competency
ESCO interpret technical requirements
L4 Space Apprenticeship Purpose of approved processes, components, parts and materials lists and verification control documentation.
L4 Space Apprenticeship Prepare and complete documentation including work instruction, build and change records, risk assessments and non-conformance reports in compliance with applicable space industry processes and standards.
L4 Space Apprenticeship Configuration and document management control processes including issue control, incorporation of change and end item data pack.
L4 Space Apprenticeship Read, extract and interpret technical documentation (such as work plans or project plans, schedules, drawings, test plans, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information, assembly instructions and requirements) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions, seeking clarification where required.
L6 Space Apprenticeship Configuration and document management control processes: issue control, incorporation of change and end item data pack.