Senior Executive- Technical Writer

IndiGo; Gurgaon; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

IndiGo seeks a Senior Executive- Technical Writer to develop, revise, and maintain Flight Operations Manuals such as MEL, FCOM, AFM, and QRH. The role requires coordinating with Flight Ops, Engineering, Quality, and Regulatory teams to ensure compliant, accurate documentation.

Candidate should handle discussions with aviation regulators during MEL approvals, with strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (DGCA/FAA/EASA) and experience in aviation documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical) or AME.
• 1-2 Year Experience in aviation technical documentation.
• Experience with manufacturer flight operations manuals (Airbus, Boeing, ATR, etc.).
• Exposure to regulatory frameworks/Requirements (DGCA, FAA, EASA).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and maintain Flight Operations Manuals: MEL, FCOM, AFM, QRH.
• Create and manage structured XML-based technical content.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Flight Ops, Engineering, Quality, Safety).
• Maintain document version control and change tracking.
• Support audits and regulatory reviews.
• Participate in regulator interactions (DGCA/FAA/EASA) for MEL approval, providing clarifications and documentation justifications.

Skills

XML/SGML tools

MS Office

Aircraft systems knowledge

Regulatory compliance (DGCA/FAA/EASA)

Technical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical or AME

Tools

Arbortext

FrameMaker Structured

Oxygen XML

Job description

Job Title: Senior Executive- Technical Writer

The Technical Writer will develop, revise, and maintain critical Flight Operations Manuals such as MEL, FCOM, AFM, and QRH. The role involves close coordination with Flight Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Regulatory functions to ensure high-quality, compliant, and accurate documentation. The candidate must also be capable of participating in discussions with aviation regulatory authorities during MEL approval processes.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical) or equivalent or AME. 1-2 Year Experience in aviation technical documentation.Experience with manufacturer flight operations manuals (Airbus, Boeing, ATR, etc.).Exposure to regulatory frameworks/Requirements (DGCA, FAA, EASA)Exposure to regulatory frameworks/Requirements (DGCA, FAA, EASA.

Skill set:

Proficiency in XML/SGML authoring tools (e.g., Arbortext, FrameMaker Structured, Oxygen XML).Strong MS Office capabilities.Knowledge of aircraft systems, flight deck operations, and OEM manuals (MEL, FCOM, AFM, QRH).Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements from DGCA/FAA/EASA.Technical analytical skills to interpret engineering drawings, SBs, ADs, AMM content, CAR, AD, MPM, Manuals.

Strong technical writing and documentation skills.High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.Clear communication skills (verbal and written).Ability to collaborate effectively with pilots, engineers, and SMEs.Confidence and capability to face aviation regulators for MEL approval discussions and clarifications.Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.Ability to work under deadlines with proper documentation version control.

Job responsibility:

Prepare, revise, and maintain Flight Operations Manuals: MEL, FCOM, AFM, QRH.Create and manage structured XML-based technical content.Ensure documentation meets regulatory, safety, and operational standards.Analyze and incorporate technical data from SBs, ADs, AMM, and engineering inputs.Coordinate with internal teams (Flight Ops, Engineering, Quality, Safety).Maintain document version control and change tracking.Proofread and edit documents for clarity, compliance, and accuracy.Support audits and regulatory reviews.Participate in regulator interactions (DGCA/FAA/EASA) for MEL approval, providing clarifications, documentation justifications, and technical explanations as required.