Technical Author in Ashford

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Technical Author at our QinetiQ Target Systems (Ashford, Kent) site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role: As a Technical Author you will be responsible for the preparation of a range of technical documentation in support of QinetiQ Target Systems’ (QTS) product range. QTS is a wholly owned subsidiary of QinetiQ Group PLC, specialising in the design and manufacture of a range of state-of-the art Unmanned Aerial and Surface Target systems, including the world-leading Banshee target.

Day-to-day, you’ll be involved with documentation delivery, within priorities set by the Technical Publications Manager that would include preparation of illustrated parts catalogues, maintenance manuals, operating manuals and training materials, covering both electrical and mechanical systems. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of presentation material, using the software provided
• Generation of original graphics, including photographs and CAD images, for use in technical publications
• General documentation support to departments and projects
• Maintaining a good working knowledge of QTS products
• Working within the guidelines of the department general procedures (GP)

Essential experience of the Technical Author:

• Mechanical or Electronic Engineering background (can include Quality Assurance)
• Technical publications ideally gained within an engineering environment
• Understanding of CAD systems (SolidWorks) and the manipulation of CAD Models for presentation into documentation
• Ideally have knowledge of CE marking regulations
• Knowledge of FrameMaker, Adobe PDF Pro, and the Microsoft Office suite

Essential qualifications for the Technical Author:

• Mechanical or Electronic Engineering qualification (NVQ minimum)

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Ashford (Kent) site with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week. Flexible working is also available.

Multi-Site: QinetiQ operates state-of-the-art facilities across the UK that focus on defence, security and technology innovation. These facilities enable QinetiQ to conduct a wide range of research, testing and development activities that support both military and civilian applications helping to advance technology and support national security.

Why Join QinetiQ? As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges. As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential.

Our Benefits:

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process: We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in. Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.