Technical Author / Technical Documentation Writer

MBDA; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Flexi Leave up to 15 additional days

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

MBDA is seeking an experienced Technical Publications specialist to join their transforming team. Responsibilities include developing technical publications for Land Ceptor and Sea Ceptor products, collaborating with internal and international teams.

This role offers dynamic hybrid working, a salary of £40,000 to £46,000 depending on experience, and additional benefits such as a company bonus and enhanced parental leave.

Qualifications

• Experienced in SGML authoring with adaptability to other formats.
• Knowledgeable in S1000D authoring tools and CSDB environments.
• Strong capability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical publications for Land Ceptor and Sea Ceptor products.
• Act as technical expert for design teams on publication development.
• Travel within the UK and overseas for demonstrations or process-proving.

Skills

SGML authoring experience

Familiarity with S1000D tools

Ability to work with diverse teams

Technical expertise in publication development

Experience in military publications

Liaising with product suppliers

Willingness to travel

Job description

Salary

£40,000 to £46,000, depending on experience.

Dynamic (hybrid) working

Blend on‑site and remote; 2–3 days in office per week.

Security Clearance

British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship. Minimum: BPSS required after offer.

What we can offer you

• Company bonus: up to £2,500, based on company performance.
• Pension: maximum total contribution of up to 14%.
• Overtime: paid overtime opportunities.
• Flexi Leave: up to 15 additional days.
• Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave; plus paternity, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: subsidised meals, free car parking and more.
• Training and development: career progression and opportunities.
• Possible relocation options.
• Healthcare Cash Plan: cash back on everyday health expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing.

The opportunity

The Technical Publications role is part of the transforming Technical Publications department at MBDA. The responsibility is to analyse, develop and deliver technical publications for MBDA’s Land Ceptor and Sea Ceptor products, working closely with internal and international teams across industry and government.

What we’re looking for from you

• Authoring specialist experienced in SGML; adaptability to other formats desirable.
• Familiarity with S1000D authoring tools, BREX, Guidance Documents, CSDB environments and associated reports.
• Capability to work with diverse teams; maintain a helpful and professional attitude.
• Provide technical expertise to ensure design teams understand publication development, production and upkeep.
• Involvement in demonstrations or process‑proving activities at alternative MBDA sites or customers’ locations, UK or overseas.
• Experience in military environment for operation and maintenance technical publications preferable.
• Skill in liaising with product suppliers and maintaining high‑standard technical reports, records.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas.

Our company

MBDA is a leading defence organisation partnering with governments to defend freedom. We support the Armed Forces and promote diversity, inclusion and well‑being through employee‑led networks.