Technical publication Engineer-III

Thales Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Thales India Engineering Competency Center (ECC) in Bengaluru seeks an Engineer – Technical Publications to craft and revise aircraft and system manuals for aerospace products. You will ensure airworthiness and regulatory compliance with S1000D and related standards, while managing content in CSDB and collaborating on technical illustrations.

Ideal candidates have a BE/BTech in a relevant field and 3–8 years in aerospace/defense technical authoring, with hands-on XML/SGML tools and experience in

Qualifications

• B.Tech/B.E in Electronics/Mechanical/Aerospace/Electrical/Instrumentation with 3–8 years of technical authoring experience in aerospace/defense.
• Strong knowledge of S1000D, ATA 100, ATA iSpec 2200, and ASD-STE100.
• Proficient in XML/SGML structured authoring tools and DSDB/CSDB work.

Responsibilities

• Author and revise aircraft/system maintenance manuals and related publications.
• Ensure content compliance with S1000D, ATA iSpec 2200 and ASD-STE100 standards.
• Manage content in CSDB, create Data Modules and support configuration analysis.
• Collaborate with illustrators for CGM/SVG/ISO visuals and ensure accurate procedures.
• Work with Arbortext/FrameMaker/Oxygen for structured content.
• Maintain BREX, Stylesheets and project-specific docs across multiple projects.

Skills

S1000D

ATA 100

ATA iSpec 2200

ASD-STE100

XML/SGML

Arbortext

FrameMaker

Oxygen

JIRA

CATIA V5

PTC Iso Draw

Adobe Illustrator

Education

B.Tech/B.E in Electronics / Mechanical / Aerospace / Electrical / Instrumentation engineering

Tools

Team Center

SAP

Agile PLM

Windchill

3D Via

JIRA

Job description

## Technical publication Engineer-IIIApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Bangalore - Indraprasthatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0335346Location: Bangalore - Indraprastha, IndiaThales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.Present in India since 1953, Thales is headquartered in Noida and has other operational offices and sites spread across Delhi, Gurugram, Bengaluru and Mumbai, among others. Over 2200 employees are working with Thales and its joint ventures in India. Since the beginning, Thales has been playing an essential role in India’s growth story by sharing its technologies and expertise in Defence, Aerospace and Cyber & Digital sectors. Thales has two engineering competence centres in India - one in Noida focused on Cyber & Digital business, while the one in Bengaluru focuses on hardware, software and systems engineering capabilities for both the civil and defence sectors, serving global needs. The Group has also established an MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) facility in Gurugram to provide comprehensive avionics maintenance and repair services to Indian airlines and support the growth of the local aviation industry.**Job Description – Technical publication Engineer**Thales India Engineering Competency Center (ECC) in Bangalore is seeking an Engineer – Technical Publications. In this role you will need to create/revise the aircraft level and system level publications/manuals on Aerospace Products and Systems in compliance with industry standards, company policies/procedure, assuring airworthiness / regulatory requirements.**Key responsibilities:*** Author and revise technical manuals such as Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), Maintenance publications (MP), Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM/CMP), Illustrated Parts Data (IPD), Wiring Diagram Manual (WDM), Fault Isolation Manual (FIM) and Service Bulletins (SB).* Analyze and interpret complex source data, including engineering drawings, specifications, schematics, and wiring diagrams, to develop accurate maintenance procedures.* Ensure all authored content is compliant with industry standards, including S1000D (Issue 4.x or later), ATA 100, ATA iSpec 2200, and Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE100).* Manage technical content within a Common Source Data Base (CSDB) environment, including the creation and management of Data Modules (DMs).* Proficient in using XML-based authoring tools, such as PTC Arbortext Editor, Adobe FrameMaker (Structured), or Oxygen XML Editor, to create and manage structured content.* •Collaborate with illustrators to produce and integrate technical illustrations (e.g., CGM, SVG and ISO) that accurately depict maintenance procedures.* Perform configuration analysis to identify changes and determine the impact on relevant manuals.* Experience in maintaining the S1000D and project specific BREX, Stylesheets for multiple projects.* Experience in identifying the Zones, Subzones, Frames and Station Definition document and Access Panels (External & Internal) for writing the maintenance procedures* Experience with working on Inflight Entertainment (IFE) systems will be an added advantage.* Under the Senior Lead Engineer, work in a team environment with multiple participants within AGS Tech Pubs organization and possible multiple countries (India, US, France).**Required skills, experience & Qualifications:*** B. Tech/B. E in Electronics / Mechanical / Aerospace/ Electrical/ Instrumentation engineering or equivalent with 3 to 8 years of relevant experience in technical authoring within the aerospace or defense industry. Higher qualifications of post-graduation are desirable.* Must have in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with S1000D, ATA 100, ATA iSpec 2200, and ASD-STE100 specifications.* Advanced proficiency with XML/SGML structured authoring tools (e.g., Arbortext, FrameMaker, Oxygen).* Must have experience in working with databases such as Team Center, SAP, Agile PLM, Windchill, 3D Via and work tracker tools like JIRA etc.* Must have experience with CAD tools like PTC Iso Draw, Adobe illustrator and CATIA V5 for technical illustration purposes.* Must have strong ability to interpret and analyze complex engineering data, including drawings, schematics, and Service Bulletins.* Must have experience of using Tech Data Managing tools (ADAM Manager or other* Exposure to other aerospace documentation processes and standards, including Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs).At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.