Technical Author

Job Summary

Role:
Technical Author / Publications Specialist

Location:

Gosport - Hybrid

Type: 12 months - initially

Salary:
Dependent on experience

Our globally leading aerospace client is seeking a Technical Author / Publications Development Specialist for the CH-47, Chinook, aircraft. The company has over 2,100 employees in the UK and delivers advanced aerospace and defence capabilities to the UK Armed Forces. Its portfolio spans platforms such as the E-7, P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, Chinook, Apache, autonomous systems, and training services.

The 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.

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.

• Review, author, and amend technical documents in line with organisational guidelines.
• Ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with ASD S1000D, AVP
  70, and Simplified Technical English standards.
• Research technical source data and verify maintenance information.
• Support document configuration management and archival processes.
• Liaise with customers and stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve discrepancies.
• Support the Publications Lead with day‑to‑day deliverables and deputise where required.

• Strong background in aviation technical publications (CMM, AMM, EMM, IPC).
• Proficiency with ASD S1000D and/or AVP
  70.
• 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.

The role may involve occasional travel and requires excellent communication skills to support customer engagement and cross‑functional collaboration.