Technical Author

Alexander Associates; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Glasgow is seeking a Technical Author to develop and enhance technical documentation. The successful candidate will support engineering teams, produce comprehensive user manuals, and ensure documentation meets high-quality standards. Candidates should possess a degree in engineering and have extensive experience in technical writing. The role promises a collaborative environment with an emphasis on precision and project excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technical writing within an engineering environment.
• Understanding of systems engineering and document management processes.
• Ability to create and structure documentation from first principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, write, and edit technical documentation.
• Produce user manuals, data sheets, and technical summaries.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to gather and verify information.

Skills

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Technical documentation standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Technical Author

Location: Glasgow

We are working with a leading UK-based aerospace company based in Glasgow, developing advanced rocket and launch vehicle technologies that are helping to re-establish the UK's space launch capability. The company is growing rapidly, with multiple projects across propulsion, systems engineering, and vehicle development, all aimed at delivering innovative, sustainable access to space.

As part of this expansion, they are seeking a Technical Document Writer to enhance the quality, clarity, and consistency of technical documentation across all divisions. This role will be key in supporting engineering teams and ensuring that complex technical information is presented with precision and professionalism, directly contributing to project performance and delivery excellence.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, write, and edit technical documentation, including design specifications, test procedures, and engineering reports.
• Produce user manuals, data sheets, and technical summaries.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to gather and verify information for documentation.
• Support in drafting and reviewing grant applications and associated materials.
• Follow established documentation standards and in-house style guides.
• Interpret complex technical details and rework them for varied audiences.
• Manage timelines and ensure documents meet project delivery schedules.
• Apply systems engineering principles to manage gate documents.
• Continuously improve documentation processes and efficiency.
• Oversee engineering drawing management, version control, and standardisation.
• Review and edit documentation from other writers for accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with teams across test sites, operations, and vehicle assembly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (Aerospace, Mechanical, or similar).
• 3+ years of experience in technical writing within an engineering environment.
• Understanding of systems engineering and document management processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong written communication skills.
• Ability to create and structure documentation from first principles.
• Experience performing gap analyses to improve existing documentation systems.
• Skilled in gathering and synthesising information from subject matter experts.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Additional Requirements

• Valid passport and right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Flexibility to work additional hours when required to meet deadlines.
• Determination to make a meaningful contribution to the UK's space launch capability