At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical documentation for complex defence programmes and improve documentation processes.
- Company: Growing aerospace and defence organisation with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: High autonomy, hybrid working, and the chance to influence key projects.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape documentation standards in high-profile defence projects and work with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in defence or aerospace environments and strong knowledge of technical publications.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
- Technical Documentation Manager
- Defence & Aerospace | South West UK
A growing aerospace and defence organisation is looking for an experienced Technical Documentation Manager to take ownership of a critical documentation and information management function supporting complex engineering programmes.
This is a rare opportunity to join a team at an early stage and play a key role in shaping documentation processes, standards and delivery across high-profile defence projects.
- What you'll be doing
- Leading the delivery of technical documentation for complex defence programmes.
- Managing and coordinating external documentation providers and publishing partners.
- Defining documentation requirements, standards and governance processes.
- Reviewing and approving documentation outputs to ensure quality, consistency and compliance.
- Acting as a key interface between engineering teams, customers and external stakeholders.
- Driving continuous improvement across documentation tools, processes and ways of working.
What we're looking for
- Experience working within a defence, aerospace or other highly regulated engineering environment.
- Strong knowledge of technical publications, structured authoring or military documentation standards.
- Experience managing technical authors, suppliers, contractors or external delivery teams.
- Ability to engage with customers and translate requirements into effective documentation solutions.
- A proactive mindset with a focus on improving processes and adopting new technologies.
- What's on offer
- Opportunity to build and influence a growing capability.
- High levels of autonomy and visibility within the business.
- Work on cutting-edge defence and aerospace programmes.
- Hybrid working with a mix of office, customer-site and remote working.
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain full UK Security Clearance (SC).
To apply, please submit your CV for a confidential discussion
Technical Documentation Manager employer: Empresaria UK Ltd
Empresaria UK Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation within the defence engineering sector. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities while enjoying the flexibility of a home-based role with occasional travel. Join us to contribute to mission-critical programmes and make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.
