Technical Author

TN United Kingdom; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Technical Author to join their team in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five years of technical writing experience, particularly in the Aerospace sector, and demonstrate practical engineering expertise. This role involves researching and compiling technical publications, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and managing technical documentation processes. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a company pension, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about technical communication and eager to contribute to innovative projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company Pension

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to work scheme

Extra annual leave days after probation

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in technical writing, preferably in Aerospace.
• Proficiency in Aerospace writing specifications, including Simplified English.

Responsibilities

• Research technical requirements for publications using engineering drawings and CAD models.
• Compile new technical publications using Aerospace recognized techniques.
• Manage allocated workload within task deadlines and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Technical Writing

Aerospace Industry Standards

Data Management Techniques

Mechanical Engineering

Desktop Publishing Software

Planning and Organising

Education

City & Guilds 5360 Part 1 & 2

Tools

FrameMaker

SGML

XML

DITA

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First Military Recruitment is working in partnership with our reputable client who is seeking a Technical Author to join their team in Denham, Middlesex.

My client is seeking a qualified candidate with a minimum of five years of prior experience in technical writing within the engineering field, preferably in Aerospace. The ideal candidate will demonstrate practical engineering expertise. Proficiency in various Aerospace Industry writing specifications, including Simplified English, is essential to ensure clear understanding, compliance, and implementation. Additionally, familiarity with IETM development and deployment, as well as comprehension of data management techniques and complementary quality processes, is required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research the technical requirement for Publications by reference to: engineering drawings, CAD models, production standards, processes, industry Specifications, Logistic Support Analysis records and related component hardware proving using appropriate tooling. Identify and liaise with relevant departments in order to resolve technical issues and requirements.
• Compile new and standard technical publications, and amendments using Aerospace recognised techniques including; application of appropriate data structures, formatting, style and detail.
• Identify, define and specify illustration requirements and usage to meet industry standards. Undertake hands-on facilitation, demonstration and validation using appropriate equipment, tooling and engineering techniques. Proof read documents prior to passing data into quality systems.
• Compile Illustrated Parts Catalogue in accordance with Aerospace industry specifications, equipment maintenance policy and standard production techniques.
• Understand and apply data configuration control and archiving techniques, and data management processes.
• Manage allocated workload within task deadlines, maintaining accurate man hour control, generating progress records for scrutiny by senior staff.
• Understand and apply Common Source Database and Content Management methodologies related to technical publications’ production, storage and delivery.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• City & Guilds 5360 Part 1 & 2 (Engineering, Technical Communication and Authoring) or equivalent.
• Experience of desktop publishing software e.g. FrameMaker.
• Ability to work with new Publishing production tools and processes including SGML, XML and DITA.
• Proven aerospace engineering experience, preferably in a Military context.
• Knowledge and application of Aerospace/Defence or similar publication standards.
• Practical experience of mechanical engineering and technical authorship.
• Technical/professional expertise.
• Planning and organising.

In return our client offers:

• Company Pension.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Life Assurance.
• Health Cash Plan – discounts on gym memberships and restaurants etc.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• After probation, the chance to buy up 7 extra annual leave days.