Technical Publications Author

Technical Publications Author, Bournemouth, £55,000

Are you a detail-oriented technical writer with an engineering or aerospace background? Do you excel at turning complex technical information into clear, concise documentation for global manufacturers and engineers?

We’re hiring for a growing engineering firm in Bournemouth, renowned for its precision interior systems in aerospace. As a Technical Publications Author, you’ll produce high-quality manuals that support equipment installation, training, and maintenance.

This role suits a documentation specialist with experience in engineering or manufacturing, confident with regulatory standards and adept at cross-functional collaboration.

As Technical Publications Author, you’ll benefit from:

• £55,000 salary
• 25 days holiday (+ Bank Holidays)
• Health insurance and life assurance
• Onsite parking and cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• The opportunity to work on high-profile certification projects
• Exposure to both UK and international programmes
• A technically progressive, collaborative engineering environment

As Technical Publications Author, your responsibilities will include:

• Creating and maintaining technical documents including CMMs, SBs, SILs, crew and maintenance training manuals
• Using industry-standard tools to format, illustrate and structure technical publications
• Ensuring documentation is delivered to OEM and industry specifications
• Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, quality and customer support teams
• Working with regulatory frameworks and liaising with customer and certification stakeholders as needed

As Technical Publications Author, your experience will include:

• Prior experience authoring technical publications in an engineering or aerospace environment
• Proficiency with tools such as Adobe FrameMaker, IsoDraw, and Microsoft Office
• Experience with Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE100) and familiarity with iSpec 2200 (desirable)
• Strong written communication, time management and organisational skills
• A relevant engineering apprenticeship or technical qualification (degree desirable)

If you're looking to take your technical writing career to the next level in a specialist role where your precision and clarity make a real impact, apply today or speak with Amber at Rubicon for more details.