Job Description:

Technical Publications Author | Bournemouth | upto £45,000   Are you a detail focused technical writer who enjoys transforming complex engineering information into clear, structured documentation?
Do you thrive in environments where precision, quality, and industry standards truly matter?
This Technical Publications Author role offers the autonomy, professionalism, and technical depth that high‑accuracy specialists value.   As a Technical Publications Author, you will benefit from:

• Autonomy to structure your own workload and manage publication cycles
• Exposure to cutting edge engineering projects
• Opportunities to work with cross functional teams including design, quality, and manufacturing
• A role where accuracy, consistency, and technical clarity are genuinely appreciated
• Professional development in Simplified Technical English, Adobe FrameMaker, and other specialist authoring tools
• A stable, long term career path within a reputable organisation

As a Technical Publications Author, your responsibilities will include:

• Creating and maintaining a range of technical documents including CMMs, SILs, training manuals, installation instructions, and service bulletins
• Ensuring all publications align with relevant industry standards and internal quality processes
• Supporting improvements in documentation methods, systems, and workflows
• Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, quality, configuration, and customer support teams
• Managing your workload to meet documentation deadlines and on time delivery performance targets

As a Technical Publications Author, your experience will include:

• Experience compiling technical publications within an engineering or manufacturing environment (aviation/aerospace would be desirable)
• Proficiency with authoring tools such as Adobe FrameMaker or similar
• Experience with 2D illustration software such as IsoDraw
• Understanding of Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE 100)
• Knowledge of technical standards such as iSpec2200 (desirable)
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and to strict deadlines

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to support you. Apply today with an up to date CV or call Amber Marshall at Rubicon for more information.