Technical Author (m/f/d)

Freelance/temporary employment for a project
Basel
Start date: asap
Reference number: 821515/1
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Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain technical documentation in the aviation sector
  • Aircraft Maintenance Supplements
  • Illustrated Parts Supplements
  • Cabin Crew Manuals
  • Passenger Safety Cards
  • Support and drive the transition from FrameMaker/Illustrator to a structured SGML/XML-based documentation system
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams and external tech doc providers
  • Option to take on deputy or full managerial responsibilities within the department

Profile

  • Hands-on experience in technical documentation
  • Strong skills in SGML and XML; experience with ABOTEXT Experience or comparable tools advantageous
  • Proficient in Adobe FrameMaker, Illustrator and other documentation tools
  • Familiar with ATA chapters and service bulletins
  • Practical, hands-on mindset with the ability to lead or support team management
  • Experience in a smaller or mid-sized company preferred - broad interface exposure is necessary
  • Background in aviation helpful but not required - candidates from similarly regulated industries (e.g., rail, medtech) are welcome
  • Strong communication skills, team-oriented and proactive
  • Fluent English is necessary, French is an advantage 

Benefits

  • Highly dynamic role with direct impact on processes and systems
  • Lead the shift to a modern documentation platform
  • Flat hierarchies and close collaboration with team leadership
  • A team that values initiative, ownership, and cross-functional cooperation

About Hays

Our many years of recruitment experience and our expert knowledge of the engineering job market make us a strong partner for engineers and technicians. We maintain close relationships with customers across all industries and therefore can provide engineering specialists with exciting projects and attractive job opportunities, drawing on your personal interests and experience. As your professional companion, we support you throughout the entire process, from the first contact to the first day on your new job – all this completely free of charge. Register now and look forward to many interesting and suitable positions and projects.

Staffing process for freelance specialists

  1. Analysis of qualifications
  2. Telephone or personal interview
  3. Contact with customers
  4. Contract with Hays
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  2. 1. Analysis of qualifications

    We carry out a detailed analysis of your technical qualifications on the basis of your CV, your application documents and your profile.

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Contact at Hays

+41 44 225 50 00
Reference number : 821515/1
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