Senior Technical Author – London Industry: Defence, Maritime & Advanced Engineering 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