Technical Author

Line Up Aviation; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency with a focus on aerospace is seeking a Technical Author for an initial 12-month contract. The role involves writing technical documentation in SGML, XML, and traditional formats to support equipment operation and repair. Ideal candidates should have experience with MoD publication standards, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects. The position offers a competitive pay rate of up to £43 per hour with a dynamic working arrangement requiring 2-4 days onsite each month.

Qualifications

• Experience in producing technical documentation with MoD publication standards.
• Strong writing ability for new, complex work.
• Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Write technical documentation in SGML, XML, and traditional formats.
• Enable safe operation and repair of equipment.
• Cover the entire product lifecycle.

Skills

Technical writing

SGML editing

Effective communication

Project management

Education

HND/HNC or equivalent engineering qualification

Tools

Arbortext Epic

Common Source Data Bases (CSDB)

Job description

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Technical Author on an initial 12‑month contract. The role involves end‑to‑end amendment and production of Technical Documentation to Operate and Maintain equipment.

Role Details

• Role: Technical Author
• Pay: Up to £43 per hour via umbrella
• Location: Stevenage
• Contract: Monday‑Friday, 37 hours per week, 12‑month contract
• IR35 Status: Inside
• Security Clearance: Required to start

Essential Responsibilities

• Write technical documentation in SGML, XML, and traditional formats in line with contractual requirements.
• Enable safe and effective operation and repair of the equipment.
• Cover the entire product lifecycle through design, development and in‑service support.

Essential Experience

• Production of technical documentation with detailed knowledge of MoD publication standards ASD S1000D and AESP.
• HND/HNC or equivalent engineering qualification, or ex‑forces senior technician.
• Proficient with SGML editing software (Arbortext Epic), Common Source Data Bases (CSDB for S1000D) and Desktop Publishing systems.
• Effective communication with ILS Managers and Design Engineers.
• Independence, ownership of work packages, and scheduling/status reporting to meet Company and Customer expectations.
• Strong writing ability for new, complex and original work.
• Capability to support more than one project concurrently.

Other

• Dynamic Working – 2‑4 days per month onsite.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation.

Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel worldwide for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best‑known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants.