Technical writers

My client, a full system life-cycle manufacturer of secure communication systems, antennas, image technology and embedded computing are looking for Technical Author to join their growing team in Redditch. Their products can be found transmitting high bandwidth data across hostile terrain, enabling secure ticket sales on trains, processing colossal amounts of data or gathering scientific insight in the cold and crushing depths of the ocean floor



To be flexible and adaptable approach to their workload, who is curious and open minded and keen to seek out evolving and innovative ways to add value to the role.
A degree in Engineering, English, Writing or similar. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience of Technical Authoring software packages.
Ability to use a wide variety of sources of information to extract necessary and important data in order to populate procedures and operational documentation.
Appreciation/understanding of/experience working in industrial and / or military areas together with their associated hazards.
Research and evaluate engineering source data and specifications.
Develop or maintain technical publication elements to include theory of operations, testing and troubleshooting procedures, illustrated parts breakdown, removal and installation procedures and schematic diagrams.
Conduct quality and in process reviews and validation of technical publications.
Assist with the collection, researching and analysis of source data.
Assist in analysing technical requirements to determine project scope and deliverables from a documentation perspective.

Experience or exposure to Data Modules (DMs) Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) Initial Provisioning Lists (IPLs), and Interactive Electronic Technical Publications (IETPs).
Experience of working with recognised industry standard technical publishing software.


26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays increasing upon length of service.
~ Discretionary annual bonus
~ Pension – 5% employee, 4% employer (salary sacrifice)
~ Development opportunities relevant to your role
~ Enrolled in Employee Share Scheme following 12 months service.
~ Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme
~ Cycle to work scheme.
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