Technical Author – Contract – Christchurch, Dorset (Hybrid) We are working on behalf of a key defence engineering client to recruit an experienced Technical Author to support a major military communications programme. This is a 6-month contract role based in Christchurch, Dorset, offered on a hybrid basis (3 days in office / 2 days remote). Key Details: Contract Duration: 6 months IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Location: Christchurch, Dorset (hybrid working) Rate: Competitive hourly rate (via approved umbrella company) Role Overview: The successful candidate will join a small, dedicated documentation team responsible for developing, amending, and maintaining technical documentation for a wide-area military communications system. This includes operating manuals, maintenance procedures, and training material. Core Responsibilities: Gather and assess technical source data from equipment suppliers to inform documentation outputs. Conduct Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA) on electronic and communications systems, including radios and masts. Author and update Data Modules, including operating procedures and technical drawings. Collaborate with the Training Team on content development. Create and maintain Data Module Requirements Lists (DMRL). Populate and manage the Common Source Database (CSDB). Peer review and proofread Data Modules via CSDB workflows. Generate Interactive Electronic Technical Publi...