Technical Author

Contract Technical Author – Aerospace / UAV

6-month contract | Extension likely | Hybrid (3 days onsite) | Near Salisbury

This contract exists because this business is doing something new.

You’ll be brought in to create the foundations for how complex UAV platforms are documented , supporting both customers in the field and internal engineering teams as the organisation scales.

You’ll work inside a high-performing aerospace SME that designs, builds and manufactures its own aircraft in-house . Engineers, manufacturing and support sit side-by-side, giving you real access to the platform - not just documents and assumptions.

What you’ll deliver

• System Operating and Maintenance Manuals
• Training courseware and supporting publications
• Clear, structured documentation aligned to S1000D and STE
• Practical ways of working so future authoring requests can be delivered with ease

Why this contract stands out

• Greenfield authoring challenge — you’re shaping the approach, not maintaining legacy docs
• Hands-on access to the platform , with time onsite encouraged
• Fast decision-making in an SME that prototypes, iterates and improves quickly
• Standards used properly , where safety, airworthiness and clarity matter

What will make you a fit

• Experience authoring technical publications in aerospace, defence or UAV environments
• Confident with S1000D, STE and modular documentation
• Comfortable working independently and close to engineering teams
• Eligible for Security Clearance (or already hold it)
• Initial 6 months , strong likelihood of extension to 12
• Hybrid working: 3 days onsite , flexible hours
• Day rate open to discussion — the right expertise is the priority

Apply to this advert for immediate consideration.