Average Technical Author salary in the UK

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. The Role: This role is part of our Sensor Systems Radar Business in Fareham. SAAB UK are recruiting for a number of ILS roles from a variety of backgrounds and skillsets. We will look to find the best fit for your skillsets within the ILS Team which will contribute to the design and development of programmes and projects, for procuring new reliable, maintainable, sustainable, and affordable systems. You could also be working on upgrades to existing systems, ensuring we are always delivering an operational advantage to our customers. We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Author to work in a close-knit team; the candidate will produce high quality technical publications for a wide variety of equipment to a varied customer base within the Defence sector; their primarily responsible for producing and maintaining system technical manuals to a recognised international standard. Specifically, the candidate will: Analyse, define and create technical publications to military specifications. Be responsible for the production and maintenance of customer-focused Technical Documentation. Produce and maintain product data sheets, service bulletins, and control documents and drawings used in technical manuals. Produce and distribute Engineering Advice Notes in accordance with Saab quality standards. Collaborate with Saab's Training Teams to support the design and develop of training programmes, and assist with the training of new staff on Saab products. Communicate with customers, engineers and SMEs effectively to develop knowledge to create technical documentation. Collect feedback at Saab facilities, customer sites, and remotely via digital platforms. Keep up to date with international documentation standards and practices. Adhere to internal processes and procedures. Qualifications & Experience: Essential: Proven track record of developing and producing technical documentation for electronic-based systems. Proficiency in using single-source authoring software, and familiar with online learning authoring tools. Familiarity with the S1000D standard, the international specification for technical publications using a common source database. Competency in Microsoft applications. Be amenable to regular national and international travel. Desirable: Experience with sensor or radar systems or similar. Hold a recognised Training qualification. Proficiency in producing digital media for training purposes. Familiarity with graphic design and 3D rendering software. General Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Work efficiently and professionally within the team and company. Maintain professionalism when interacting with customers. Undertake any other duties within competence as required by the Manager/Team Leader. Provide accurate and concise progress reports on request, delivered within budget and to a pre-defined delivery schedule. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Technical Author required for long term contact based out of Stevenage (2-4 days per month on site - rest remote) Responsibilities: To write technical documentation in Standard Generalised Mark-up Language (SGML), Extensible Mark-up Language (XML) and traditional formats for the Company's products in accordance with individual contractual requirementsTo enable safe and effective operation and repair of the equipment.The role covers the whole product lifecycle through design, development and in-service support. Skillset/experience required: Experienced in the production of technical documentation with a detailed knowledge of MoD publication standards ASD S1000D and AESP.Ideally qualified to HND/HNC or equivalent level in an engineering related subject or ex forces senior technician.Knowledge of SGML editing software (Arbortext Epic), Common Source Data Bases (CSDB for S1000D) and Desktop Publishing systems.Ability to communicate effectively with ILS Managers and Design Engineers.Ability to work independently, taking ownership for packages of work in terms of scheduling and status reporting in order to meet Company and Customer expectations.Demonstrate a writing ability for new, complex and original work.Able to support more than one project at a time. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Technical Author subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be predominately working remotely from home.Rate: £43.00 per hourOvertime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’Location: StevenageHybrid / Remote working: The role will be 2 or 4 days per month in the office and the rest remote.  (some flexibility on this may be needed).Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)Interview process: 2 Stage interview process. Initial Virtual or onsite – 2hrs. Author Test & meet the team - onsite for successful candidates.Technical Author Job Description: To write technical documentation in Standard Generalised Mark-up Language (SGML), Extensible Mark-up Language (XML) and traditional formats for the Company's products in accordance with individual contractual requirementsTo enable safe and effective operation and repair of the equipment.The role covers the whole product lifecycle through design, development and in-service support. Skillset/experience required: Experienced in the production of technical documentation with a detailed knowledge of MoD publication standards ASD S1000D and AESP.Ideally qualified to HND/HNC or equivalent level in an engineering related subject or ex forces senior technician.Knowledge of SGML editing software (Arbortext Epic), Common Source Data Bases (CSDB for S1000D) and Desktop Publishing systems.Ability to communicate effectively with ILS Managers and Design Engineers.Ability to work independently, taking ownership for packages of work in terms of scheduling and status reporting in order to meet Company and Customer expectations.Demonstrate a writing ability for new, complex and original work.Able to support more than one project at a time. Additional info; S1000D Compliance & experience. Working in Data Module Format.Use of STE.Experience with Abortext Editor, Framemaker authoring software’s or other XML/SGML editing software.Effective communicator as role is dual remote and onsite working. The role also interacts with multiple engineering depts. – ILS, LSA, Commercial etc.A qualification in Electrical or Mechanical engineering demonstrated with few years of experience. HNC/HND. Degree Level is also acceptable but not a requirement.Experience in end-to-end amendment/production of Technical Documentation to Operate and Maintain equipment.Experience in a Maintenance or problem/fault finding and correction is a bonus but not essential.