Senior Technical Author - Weymouth, Loudwater or Greenford - Remote/Hybrid.
Contract Type: Permanent
Security: UK Security Clearance required
Summary
* Recruiting on behalf of a leading defence and advanced engineering organisation
* Opportunity to join an established Technical Authoring function supporting complex hardware and software systems
* Role involves producing clear, accurate and user-friendly documentation for highly engineered products
* Exposure to cutting-edge and world-leading technologies within a regulated environment
* Suitable for both Technical Author and Senior Technical Author levels, depending on experience
* Flexible, varied role working across multiple projects and engineering disciplines
Responsibilities
* Develop, maintain and support technical documentation, including User manuals, Maintenance manuals & Service bulletins
* Translate complex engineering concepts into clear, concise language using Simplified Technical English
* Ensure documentation complies with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements
* Work closely with engineers, project managers and support teams to gather and validate technical information
* Manage document revisions and configuration control throughout the product lifecycle
* Support digital documentation, including interactive manuals and online help systems
* Produce and maintain documentation using S1000D, taking ownership of assigned publications
* Create or support technical drawings where required
* Engage flexibly across multiple projects, balancing cost, quality and schedule considerations
* Support Mechanical Engineering and Configuration Management activities as demand arises
* Develop broader engineering knowledge as part of the role
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
* Experience working as a Technical Author within an engineering, manufacturing or regulated environment
* Strong understanding of engineering principles and technical terminology
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office
* Experience with documentation tools (nice to have, not essential), such as: Adobe Frame Maker & MadCap Flare
* Knowledge or experience of S1000D standards
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently
* Comfortable working with detail-heavy technical information
Personal Attributes
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport across diverse teams
* Confident communicator, able to adapt communication style to suit different audiences
* Proactive approach to resolving conflict and promoting collaborative working
* Capable of mentoring and supporting less experienced colleagues
* Detail-oriented with a structured and methodical approach
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