Technical Author

Technical Author – Aircraft Maintenance Documentation (AMM/TSM)

Location: Filton (60% Onsite)

Contract Duration: Until 31/03/2026 (with strong potential for extension)

Rate: £45.00/hr Umbrella | £33.64/hr PAYE

Hours: 35 per week (4.5 days, flexible between 7am–7pm)

Security Clearance: BPSS+ required

IR35 Status: Off-payroll working rules apply

Interview Process: One-stage virtual interview

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Technical Author to join a team responsible for producing and maintaining aircraft maintenance documentation—specifically the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) and Troubleshooting Manual (TSM)—used by airline operators worldwide.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring aircraft safety, maintainability, and operational efficiency throughout the aircraft lifecycle. You’ll work closely with engineering teams, customers, and subcontractors to deliver high-quality, compliant documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Author and update AMM and TSM content for Landing Gear systems (ATA 32).
• Analyse engineering inputs (e.g. drawings, design changes) to assess impact on documentation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA).
• Respond to customer queries via a dedicated technical request tool, ensuring timely and accurate support.
• Lead review meetings with design teams and subcontractors, managing workload and priorities.
• Monitor subcontracted authoring activities and ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality targets.
• Support Aircraft On Ground (AOG) situations with proactive documentation updates.
• Contribute to digital initiatives and continuous improvement of authoring tools and processes.
• Represent the team in cross-functional meetings and customer interface roles.

Candidate Profile

We’re seeking someone with:

• Experience in aerospace engineering or aircraft maintenance.
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems and maintenance procedures.
• Familiarity with international authoring standards and tools.
• Aircraft configuration management knowledge.
• A proactive, positive mindset with strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage risks, follow up activities, and drive continuous improvement.

Hands-on aircraft experience (e.g. military or commercial aviation background) is highly desirable, but we also welcome applications from experienced technical writers with strong documentation skills.

Why This Role?

• Be part of a team supporting a global fleet of aircraft.
• Work on documentation that directly impacts aircraft safety and performance.
• Enjoy flexible working hours and a collaborative environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to future digital services and innovation.

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If you're a detail-oriented technical communicator with a passion for aviation and engineering, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future of aircraft maintenance documentation.