Technical Author at Akkodis 

Job Description

Are you passionate about aviation ?
Do you love working on the technical side of aircraft maintenance?
If yes, then we have an exciting opportunity waiting for you!

We are hiring a Technical Author to work on Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM) and help create top-quality documentation for the aviation industry.

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🛠️ Job Description: What You’ll Be Doing

As a Technical Author , your job will involve:

✅ Writing and updating Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM) and Troubleshooting Manuals (TSM) .
✅ Working with important Airbus tools like:

• DACAS
• Arbortext Editor
• GIPSY
• GIDOCA , and others.

✅ Using your deep knowledge of Airframe, Cabin, and Systems ATA Chapters to create accurate content.
✅ Following S1000D and iSpec 2200 standards for aviation documentation.
✅ Analyzing technical data and criteria carefully and correctly.
✅ Collaborating with a team to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality documents.

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🎓 What Qualifications Do You Need?

✅ A Degree in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) or B.Tech in Aeronautical Engineering .
✅ 1–3 years of relevant experience in technical authoring for aviation.
✅ Strong communication skills — being able to explain technical things clearly.
✅ A proactive attitude — ready to learn and solve problems.
✅ A good understanding of aviation technical language and standards.

✨ Why Should You Apply?

Working as a Technical Author means:

• You stay close to the latest aircraft technologies .
• You help keep aviation safe by providing clear, correct manuals .
• You grow your career in a high-demand field where technical writers are essential for airlines, manufacturers, and maintenance companies.

🧠 How to Prepare for the Interview?

Here are some simple steps to help you succeed :

1. Brush Up Your Basics

• Review aircraft systems , airframes , and cabin systems — especially the ATA Chapters (the coding system for aircraft parts and systems).
• Understand how AMMs are structured and what information they contain.

2. Practice with Airbus Tools

If you have already worked with tools like DACAS , Arbortext , or GIPSY , refresh your memory on how they work.
If not, read about them — at least know their purpose and basic functions.

3. Understand S1000D and iSpec 2200

These are the standards for writing aviation manuals.

• Know the difference between S1000D and iSpec 2200 .
• Understand what a Data Module is in S1000D.
• Be ready to explain why standards are important in aviation documentation.

4. Sharpen Your Analytical Skills

You may be given a technical scenario and asked:

• How would you analyze this?
• How would you write a maintenance procedure for it? Practice breaking down technical problems into simple steps.

5. Prepare for Common Interview Questions

Here are a few examples: ✅ How do you ensure accuracy in technical documents?
✅ What challenges have you faced while writing AMMs and how did you solve them?
✅ How do you manage deadlines and priorities?
✅ What is the importance of following standards like S1000D in aviation manuals?

💬 Bonus Tips for the Interview

• Be confident but not overconfident.
• If you don’t know an answer, show how you would find the solution .
• Show your teamwork skills — it’s important because technical authors work closely with engineers and QA teams.
• Bring examples or stories from your past projects if possible.
• Keep a positive attitude and show that you are eager to learn and grow .