Technical Author

Sonovision Ltd; Ipswich; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of Engineering Support Services is seeking a Technical Author specialized in Avionics. This remote position requires expertise in creating compliant technical documentation for complex avionics systems, working closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality and accuracy. The role offers competitive compensation and a range of employee benefits including a pension scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Company Pension scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

23 days Holiday, plus Bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programmes

Benefit Hub discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in aerospace or defense sector as a Technical Author.
• Familiarity with standards like ASD S1000D and ATA iSpec 2200.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage technical documentation for avionics systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts for accurate content.
• Conduct peer reviews and maintain quality control for published materials.

Skills

Technical Writing

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Training in Technical Communication

Tools

Arbortext

FrameMaker

Oxygen XML Editor

Job description

Technical Author

Location: Remote work within UK
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Benefits
Hours: Open to Full Time and Part Time

Benefits include:

• Company Pension scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• 23 days Holiday, plus Bank holidays Increasing to 25 days
• Employee Assistance Programmes
• Benefit Hub discounts

Sonovision UK is a leading provider of Engineering Support Services to clients. Our experts help our clients in the Energy, Aerospace, Military and Commercial Sectors achieve time-to-market objectives and cost goals.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Author with a specialism in Avionics to join our Technical Publications team.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating, updating, and managing high-quality technical documentation for complex avionics systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Main Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop, write, and edit technical manuals, user guides, installation instructions, and maintenance documentation for avionics systems.
• Interpret engineering data, system specifications, and design documentation to produce accurate and user-friendly content.
• Collaborate closely with avionics engineers, system designers, and subject matter experts to gather and verify technical information.
• Ensure documentation complies with applicable aerospace standards (e.g., ASD S1000D, ATA iSpec 2200, or MIL-STD).
• Manage and update content within Content Management Systems (CMS) and authoring tools, maintaining consistency across deliverables.
• Participate in Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) and product lifecycle activities as they pertain to documentation.
• Conduct peer reviews and maintain quality control procedures for all published materials.
• Support certification efforts by providing documentation required for airworthiness and regulatory submissions.

Candidate specification:

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Technical Author or Technical Writer within the aerospace or defence sector.
• Strong understanding of avionics systems and related technologies (navigation, communication, flight control, etc.).
• Familiarity with standards such as ASD S1000D, ATA iSpec 2200, or other applicable military/civil aviation documentation formats.
• Proficiency in technical authoring tools such as Arbortext, FrameMaker, Oxygen XML Editor, or similar.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable:

• Degree or formal training in Aerospace Engineering, Avionics, Technical Communication, or related field.
• Experience with SGML/XML authoring and content management systems.
• Familiarity with DEF STANs, DO-178/254, or other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of human factors and usability principles in documentation.

If you have the skills and ambition to succeed in this role, click APPLY and submit your CV for consideration.

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