Technical Author

Alexander Mann Solutions - Contingency; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global workforce solutions partner is seeking a Technical Author for a 6-month contract in Bristol. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain technical publications and documentation for engine assembly and maintenance processes. Strong experience in technical publications within an aerospace environment and collaboration with Mechanical Engineers is required. The role demands excellent communication and organizational skills, and familiarity with documentation tools like S1000D is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical publications or methods engineering within aerospace.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and design changes.
• Experience collaborating with Mechanical Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical publications and methods documentation.
• Manage updates across a portfolio of ~250 publications.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams for alignment on documentation.

Skills

Technical publications experience

Understanding of engine assembly/disassembly

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

S1000D

SGML/XML-based systems

Job description

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Technical Author for a 6 month contract based in Bristol.

Job description - the role

The successful candidate will be expected to :

Develop, maintain, and amend technical publications and methods documentation for engine assembly and disassembly.

Define and document processes for engine maintenance and overhaul activities.

Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers (MEs) to translate technical instructions into clear, usable documentation.

Interpret and incorporate design changes into existing methods and publications.

Ensure compliance with engineering standards and documentation protocols.

Manage and prioritize updates across a portfolio of ~250 publications spanning multiple engine profiles.

Liaise with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between design, development, and maintenance documentation.

Support knowledge transfer and mentoring within the team, especially around EJ200 and Adour engine documentation.

Essential Criteria :

Proven experience in technical publications or methods engineering within an aerospace or engineering environment.

Strong understanding of engine assembly / disassembly processes.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and design changes.

Experience working with Mechanical Engineers to develop or refine technical instructions.

Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail.

Comfortable working in a hybrid environment with regular on-site collaboration.

Strong organizational skills to manage a large volume of documentation.

Desirable Criteria :

Hands-on mechanical experience (e.g., ex-RAF mechanic or similar background).

Experience in Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) environments.

Familiarity with EJ200 and Adour engine platforms.

Background in control systems or development engineering, with an understanding of requirements capture and documentation.

Experience using technical publication tools and standards (e.g., S1000D, SGML / XML-based systems).

Prior experience managing or contributing to large-scale documentation projects.

Next steps

We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business