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Technical Data Engineer - Landing Gear Systems Filton (Hybrid - 60% onsite) 35 hours per week BPSS+ Clearance required About the Role Guidant Global is partnering with Airbus to recruit a Technical Data Engineer - Landing Gear Systems to support the creation and maintenance of critical aircraft maintenance documentation used by operators worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to join a transnational technical data team responsible for producing high-quality maintenance manuals that underpin aircraft safety, reliability, and long-term operability. You'll play a key role across the full aircraft lifecycle, from configuration definition through to in-service customer support. Whether you come from an aerospace engineering, aircraft maintenance, or technical authoring background, this role offers real scope to deepen your expertise in complex aircraft systems while contributing to digital and process improvements within a globally recognised organisation. What You'll Be Doing As a Technical Data Engineer within the Landing Gear Systems team, you will: Produce, maintain, and update Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) and Troubleshooting Manual (TSM) content related to landing gear, wheels, and brakes Analyse design data, drawings, and modifications to assess their impact on maintenance documentation Ensure technical data meets Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) and EASA regulatory requirements Maintain accuracy, completeness, and accessibility of documentation across multiple aircraft configurations Respond to airline and customer queries, including time-critical Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations Collaborate closely with Design Offices, internal stakeholders, and external subcontractors Manage and oversee subcontracted authoring activities, ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including digital tools, processes, and standardisation Represent the team in cross-functional and transnational meetings, feeding back customer and operational insights With experience and endorsement, there are opportunities to take on transverse roles such as Technical Data Customer Interface (TDCI), providing higher-level coordination for airline or lessor portfolios. What We're Looking For We're keen to hear from candidates with a proactive mindset and a passion for technical accuracy and customer support. You'll ideally bring: Experience in aircraft maintenance, aerospace engineering, or aircraft technical authoring Strong knowledge of aircraft systems, maintenance practices, and configuration management Experience producing or working with AMM, TSM, or similar maintenance documentation Familiarity with international technical authoring standards and tools The ability to interpret engineering data and translate it into clear, user-focused instruction Strong communication skills, with confidence working in cross-functional teams A structured, detail-oriented approach and the ability to manage priorities effectively A continuous improvement mindset, with curiosity for new ways of working Hands-on aircraft maintenance experience (for example within commercial aviation or military environments such as the RAF) is highly valued, though strong technical writers with relevant aircraft documentation experience are also encouraged to apply. Working Pattern & Location Hybrid working : Approximately 60% onsite in Filton Initial onboarding : Up to 4 days onsite for the first 2-3 months Hours : 35 hours per week, worked across 4.5 days between 7am-7pm (by agreement) Travel : Occasional Pay & Contract Details 45.00 per hour (Umbrella) 33.64 per hour (PAYE) Why Join Through Guidant Global? At Guidant Global, we connect talented people with meaningful projects that make a real impact. You'll benefit from: Access to world-class aerospace programmes Transparent pay and contract management Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment Opportunities to expand your skills, responsibilities, and long-term career prospects We're committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, supportive, and built on fairness. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKTJ