Job Description
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BDUK is a subsidiary of the Boeing Company with over 2,100 employees in the UK, delivering exciting contracts such as the E‑7 AEW&C, P‑8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, Autonomous Systems, and more.
Role Overview
We are looking for an Aviation Technical Publications Development/Authoring Specialist. The role will be part of the Product Support Engineering Department and will support the Publications Lead in delivering technical publications, documentation, and related data.
Responsibilities
* Organize, review, and edit technical publications, documentation, and related data.
* Gather and analyze customer requirements to understand scope and required elements.
* Support daily execution of publications and deliverables to meet contract requirements, including publication discrepancy reports (MoD F765).
* Generate amendments and updates; review technical support publications for grammatical errors, format, and style per guidelines.
* Establish standards and guidelines for technical document structure and format; recommend content edits to improve clarity, impact, flow, meaning, and readability.
* Research source data to verify technical accuracy of support publications.
* Participate in reviews internally and with the customer.
* Maintain document configuration, data files, and archives.
* Apply First Time Quality principles and ensure compliance with quality management system requirements.
* Interface between the customer and other key stakeholders as needed; communicate effectively.
* Demonstrate multitasking ability in a diverse teaming environment.
Basic Skills & Requirements
* Conversant with ASD S1000D and/or AVP70.
* Previous experience in the Aviation Technical Publication (CMM, AMM, EMM, IPC) Authoring environment.
* Experience with Simplified Technical English.
* Understanding of Support Engineering in a maintenance environment.
* Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional departments to deliver compliant outputs.
* Focus on first‑time quality with attention to detail.
* Ability to obtain a UK SC security clearance.
Desired Skills & Qualifications
* Experience with MoD Form 765 processes.
* Experience liaising with internationally located teams, including Design Organization (DO) interface.
* Experience authoring CH‑47 Chinook or rotary‑wing publications (preferred).
* Experience creating graphics.
* Degree in a relevant Engineering subject or equivalent education and experience.
* Successful COI assessment.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
* Continuous learning opportunities.
* Inclusive culture and flexible work tools.
* Excellent adoption and parental leave options.
* 23 days of holiday plus UK public holidays and a winter break.
* Pension plan with up to 10% employer contribution.
* Company‑paid BUPA medical plan.
* Short‑term sickness: 100% pay for first 26 weeks.
* Long‑term sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from week 27.
* Six‑times annual salary life insurance.
* Learning Together Programme for career development.
* Access to Boeing’s Well‑Being programs.
Work Authorisation
This is a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not pursue immigration or labour sponsorship.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until Apr. 13, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not accept unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and offer accommodations during the recruitment process.
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