Technical Writer – Satellite Operations Handbook (Editor-in-Chief)

About the role

We are seeking a Technical Writer – Satellite Operations Handbook (Editor-in-Chief) to lead the development and maintenance of a mission-critical Satellite Operations Handbook used throughout the satellite mission lifecycle. In this role, you will serve as the central technical editor, partnering with systems engineers and subsystem experts to transform complex engineering documentation into clear, consistent, and operator‑ready documentation.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the Editor-in-Chief for the Satellite Operations Handbook.
• Gather technical documentation and engineering inputs from subsystem teams such as Power, Thermal, AOCS, TT&C, Payload, FDIR, and Ground Segment.
• Interview subsystem engineers to clarify details, resolve inconsistencies, and verify technical accuracy.
• Rewrite engineering documentation into clear, concise, operator‑focused procedures.
• Organize handbook content across all mission phases, including nominal and contingency operations, FDIR procedures, and subsystem reference documentation.
• Maintain document configuration control, revision history, and coordinate formal technical reviews with engineering and operations stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain documentation standards, templates, terminology, and style guidelines across contributors.

Required profile

• Proven experience authoring long‑form technical documentation such as operations manuals, technical handbooks, flight rules, or SOPs.
• Working knowledge of satellite systems and spacecraft engineering with the ability to interpret subsystem documentation.
• Strong analytical skills to consolidate information from multiple technical sources into a clear and consistent narrative.
• Excellent written English communication skills.

Required skills

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