At a Glance
- Tasks: Create and update technical publications for the CH-47 Chinook aircraft.
- Company: Join a leading aerospace company supporting the UK Armed Forces.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with potential travel opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in aviation by ensuring safety and compliance.
- Qualifications: Experience in aviation technical publications and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Gosport - Hybrid
Role Type: 12 months - initially
Salary: Depending on experience
Client Overview: Our globally leading aerospace client is seeking a Technical Author / Publications Development Specialist for the CH47, Chinook, aircraft. This role sits within the Product Support Engineering Department, specifically within the Technical Publications team, and will focus on the ongoing improvement and maintenance of the CH-47 Air System Document Set in line with MAA regulatory standards. Occasional support to other platforms may be required. The position reports to the Technical Publications Manager (Yeovil) and is based primarily at RAF Gosport, operating under a hybrid working arrangement.
Role Overview: The Publications Development Specialist will be responsible for creating, reviewing, editing, and updating technical publications, including Aircraft and Component Maintenance Manuals. The role requires analysing customer requirements, implementing updates from publication discrepancy reports (MoD Form 765), and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, safety standards, and first-time quality expectations.
Key tasks include:
- Reviewing, authoring, and amending technical documents in line with organisational guidelines.
- Ensuring clarity, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with ASD S1000D, AVP70, and Simplified Technical English standards.
- Researching technical source data and verifying maintenance information.
- Supporting document configuration management and archival processes.
- Liaising with customers and stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve discrepancies.
- Supporting the Publications Lead with day-to-day deliverables and deputising where required.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Strong background in aviation technical publications (CMM, AMM, EMM, IPC).
- Proficiency with ASD S1000D and/or AVP70.
- Experience with Simplified Technical English.
- Knowledge of MoD Form 765 processes desirable.
- Understanding of aviation maintenance and support engineering.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a collaborative team environment.
- Previous Chinook or rotary-wing publications authoring experience preferred.
- Experience creating technical graphics beneficial.
Additional Information: The role may involve occasional travel and requires excellent communication skills to support customer engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
Technical Author in Southampton employer: INDOTRONIX AVANI UK, LTD
Join our globally leading aerospace company in Gosport, where we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture. As a Technical Author, you will have the opportunity to contribute to vital projects supporting the UK Armed Forces while enjoying a hybrid working arrangement that promotes work-life balance. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, we offer comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the aerospace sector.
