Aerospace Technical Author
What you will need
British citizen eligible for Security Check (SC) clearance
Experience as a technical author in aerospace or defence environments
Detailed working knowledge of EAGLE/EPS for technical publications and illustrated parts data
Strong understanding of rotary wing aircraft maintenance documentation, ideally Merlin or Wildcat platforms
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply structured technical standardsSalary and rewards Up to £55,000 plus hybrid working and structured professional development opportunities.
Your role
Create, edit and maintain technical publications in EAGLE/EPS including CMM, AMM and IPC data
Populate and manage illustrated parts data to required standards
Ensure technical documentation meets applicable aerospace specifications and quality requirements
Support verification, validation and controlled release of technical content
Work with platform leads and wider authoring teams to deliver updates within agreed schedules
Maintain accurate version control and documentation records in line with governance processesYour experience
Strong technical authoring background within aerospace or defence support environments
Proven hands-on expertise with EAGLE/EPS systems
Working knowledge of ASD S1000D, DEF STAN 00-60 and S2000M specifications
Understanding of Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE-100)
Ability to work to tight and changing deadlines in a structured delivery environment
Good communication skills with experience collaborating across engineering and publications teamsAbout the organisation
This is a well established engineering consultancy operating across defence, aerospace and wider technical support sectors. The organisation is known for delivering asset optimisation and through-life engineering services for complex platforms used in critical operational environments. It brings together deep domain expertise in technical publications, supportability engineering and structured data management.
The environment is collaborative and delivery focused, with strong investment in professional development and long term capability building. You will be joining a team that values accuracy, technical rigour and continuous improvement, while supporting programmes that have real world operational impact across defence aviation.
Benefits and flexibility
You will enjoy practical benefits including hybrid working, structured training support and access to professional development programmes. The role also offers mentoring, wellbeing support and opportunities to gain additional qualifications.
Where you will work This role is UK remote based with occasional visits to client site as required to support delivery and collaboration.
Equal opportunities
The employer is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in the workplace.
You will be represented by a specialist technical recruiter who will guide you through each stage of the process.
Due to the nature of work at our client’s site, these vacancies are only open to British Citizens who hold SC clearance or can obtain it.
This is a permanent role.
Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to high-technology industries. Thank you for your interest. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You may resubmit your CV or details in the future, and we shall assess your suitability then