Technical Publication EngineerLR08

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Within the Supportability Engineering team, we are urgently looking for a skilled Technical Author IT to strengthen our team. The Supportability Engineering team consists of 60 domain experts and is responsible for the definition, development, implementation, and training of ILS (Integrated Logistic Support) for Radar Systems and Command & Control Systems. The team includes the following disciplines: Logistics & Maintenance Engineering, Customer Documentation, Customer Training, Obsolescence Management, and ILS Management.

The Customer Documentation Team is responsible for all customer-facing technical documentation related to our Radar Systems and Command & Control Systems, which are primarily used in the maritime domain. The current team consists of approximately 15 Technical Authors.

As a Technical Author IT, you will develop the technical user documentation for our high-tech products. You will gather technical information, analyze the operation from a user’s perspective, leverage the expertise of specialists across the organization, and validate the documentation on actual systems. You will write and maintain clearly and accurately formulated texts for Operator, Maintenance, and System Manuals.

• You have a completed bachelor's or master's degree in IT (or a related field);

• You have a technical background and/or affinity with Information Technology;

• You have at least 3 years of experience as a Technical Author or in a similar role;

• You have strong communication skills, both verbal and written;

• You are proficient in Dutch and English, both spoken and written;

• You can write precise, consistent, clear, and concise Dutch and English and understand user information needs. Knowledge or experience with STE (Simplified Technical English) is a plus;

• Knowledge and experience with the ASD S1000D specification/Data Modules (DMs) is a plus;

• You have knowledge and experience in agile software development;

• You are capable of translating complex concepts into easily understandable information for our end users;

• You can lead documentation projects from start to finish;

• You are able to work independently, take initiative, and also enjoy working as part of a team;

• Knowledge of structured data such as XML and experience with CSDB/CMS is a plus;

• You are flexible and open to technological changes in your field.

• Have a good sense of language;

• Work and think in a structured way and are analytically strong;

• Are curious about the latest developments in Information Technology;

• Are resilient under pressure and proactive;

• Have strong communication skills;

• Are skilled in organizing and planning and possess a good helicopter view (the ability to maintain oversight and context).

Wherever your passion lies, Thales can help you make the best use of your skills and creativity. As a contractor at Thales, you can expect to experience:

• An interesting job within a team of experts in an international high-tech environment.

• Room for and attention to personal development and personal initiative.

• The opportunity to grow within the organization, whether in a technical, managerial, commercial or international capacity.

• A flexible work environment with a focus on maintaining a good work-life balance.

Thales offers untold opportunities to take part in fascinating projects and overcome ambitious human and technological challenges. As a contractor, you’ll be part of a community of experts bringing together innovations from the bottom of the oceans to the depths of space and cyberspace. Collaborating to find solutions to the biggest challenges in the most difficult conditions.

Drawing on a diversity of expertise, perspectives and cultures, we are able to provide the best possible solutions to our customers. Together, we can harness the extraordinary power of technology to build a future we can all trust.

Randstad, as the EMEA Thales talent acquisition partner, is responsible for finding and contracting talent for the contingent roles at Thales. If you are selected for a role you will be engaged or employed by one of the Randstad recruitment companies in EMEA and will not be an employee of Thales.

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This position offers a one-year contract with the opportunity to transition to a permanent contract at Thales Nederland after the first year.

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