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Technical Writer & Illustrator (LC001)

Brisbane, QueenslandRemoteFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-22
HybridCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Transform complex engineering and technical information into clear, accurate, and visually engaging documentation for advanced aerospace and technology systems.

Role type

Senior Technical Writer & Illustrator (Defence/Aerospace)

Builds

Technical manuals, procedures, training materials, user documentation, and visual assets (diagrams, schematics, exploded views) for operational, maintenance, and training use.

Domain

Defence and national security sector, specifically advanced aerospace and technology systems.

Required skills

Technical illustration, structured authoring, S1000D standards, IETM, XML/SGML documentation, technical writing for complex systems

Preferred skills

Adobe Illustrator, IsoDraw, Creo Illustrate, analytical skills for interpreting technical information

Technologies

Adobe Illustrator, IsoDraw, Creo Illustrate, XML, SGML

Responsibilities

Develop technical manuals, procedures, training materials, and user documentation; Create and maintain technical illustrations, diagrams, schematics, and exploded views; Review technical publications for accuracy, quality, and compliance; Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve information gaps; Support the development of structured technical publication datasets.

Seniority

Experienced, hands-on IC