Technical Author

Technical Author – Contract – Christchurch, Dorset (Hybrid)

We are working on behalf of a key defence engineering client to recruit an experienced Technical Author to support a major military communications programme. This is a 6-month contract role based in Christchurch, Dorset, offered on a hybrid basis (3 days in office / 2 days remote).

• Contract Duration: 6 months

• IR35 Status: Inside IR35

• Location: Christchurch, Dorset (hybrid working)

• Rate: Competitive hourly rate (via approved umbrella company)

The successful candidate will join a small, dedicated documentation team responsible for developing, amending, and maintaining technical documentation for a wide-area military communications system. This includes operating manuals, maintenance procedures, and training material.

• Gather and assess technical source data from equipment suppliers to inform documentation outputs.

• Conduct Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA) on electronic and communications systems, including radios and masts.

• Author and update Data Modules, including operating procedures and technical drawings.

• Collaborate with the Training Team on content development.

• Create and maintain Data Module Requirements Lists (DMRL).

• Populate and manage the Common Source Database (CSDB).

• Peer review and proofread Data Modules via CSDB workflows.

• Generate Interactive Electronic Technical Publications (IETPs) using Trilogi software.

• Provide support on ILS and LSA documentation tasks as required.

• Strong understanding of S1000D (v4.1) and Def Stan 00-601.

• Experience authoring to S1000D standards using XML.

• Familiarity with DMRL, Standard Numbering Systems, and technical publication processes.

• Experience using EAGLE LSAR / Publishing System, or similar CSDB tools.

• Knowledge of Trilogi build (desirable).

• High level of attention to detail and configuration management practices.

• Ability to interpret and create technical illustrations.