We are seeking an ambitious and collaborative Technical Author to join and significantly contribute to our expanding Supportability Engineering capability.
You will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented colleagues who bring extensive experience from the ex-military and defence industry. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment, where empowerment, professionalism, and personal growth are highly valued.
The Role
This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead our Technical Engineering practice. We’re seeking a skilled consultant with proven experience in the development of Technical Documentation (TD) and Interactive Electronic Technical Publications (IETPs) who’s eager to contribute their expertise, share insights, and help define the next chapter of our technical offering through collaboration and innovation.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Provision of expert advice to clients on TD/IETP standards, processes, and compliance requirements (e.g. Def Stan 00-601, S1000D.
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Translate complex engineering data such as Drawings, Bill of Materials (BOM), wiring diagrams etc, into clear, compliant publications that impacts through-life product support and operational effectiveness.
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Collaborate closely with client engineering and supportability teams to understand systems, identify documentation needs, and propose practical, standards-aligned solutions.
In your first 3-6 months, success might look like:
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Building strong working relationships with Whitetree colleagues and clients, demonstrating trust and reliability in project delivery.
- Supporting the development and strategic direction of a future service offering.
- Conducting documentation or technical reviews with clients, providing constructive feedback and implementing improvements where needed.
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Production of high-quality TD including S1000D-compliant and IETPs that demonstrate accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
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Helping to build capability within the Supportability Engineering team.
Skills & experience required
Life at Whitetree
At Whitetree, we are proud to provide a collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career, with the chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry.
We're proud to have recently become one of the select few Chartered Management Consultancies in the UK. This prestigious accreditation reflects our commitment to the highest standards of professional practice and ethical conduct in consulting. As part of our dedication to your professional growth, we're eager to sponsor suitable candidates on their journey to becoming Chartered Management Consultants themselves.
Whitetree’s success hinges on hiring great people and creating an environment where we can be happy, feel challenged, and do our best work. We hope that excites you enough to apply.
Our competitive benefits package includes:
Our Commitment to you
We're proud of our Silver Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Award, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment and supporting diverse communities, including the Armed Forces.
Whitetree values the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and will not discriminate. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and employees, building a culture that values openness, fairness, and transparency.
We are a disability confident employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email
talent@whitetree.co.uk.
I don’t meet the criteria?
If you don’t meet the role criteria and are still interested in Whitetree careers, contact
talent@whitetree.co.uk.
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