Aerospace Technical Writer: Manuals & Change Control

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Canada is seeking a Technical Writer to apply standard writing methods for support manuals. The role involves processing Manual Change Requests and supporting the Technical Publications Team. Candidates should have a technical diploma and experience in aerospace writing. Strong skills in understanding engineering drawings and proficient use of desktop publishing tools are preferred. This position offers a dynamic work environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Paid vacation

Extended health benefits

Life insurance

RRSP/DPSP Plan

Employee and family assistance program

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate from a recognized technical college, or military aerospace training.
• Experience with aerospace technical writing preferred.
• Ability to understand and interpret aerospace engineering drawings, specifications, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard technical writing methods to support Engineering, Continuing Airworthiness (CAW) & Customer Support.
• Process Manual Change Requests (MCRs).
• Support the Technical Publications Team in production, distribution, and archiving.

Skills

Aerospace technical writing

Technical manual concepts

Understanding aerospace engineering drawings

Desktop publishing tools

ATA and S1000D specifications

Proficiency in English

Project Management skills

Customer focus

Interpersonal communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Diploma or certificate from a recognized technical college

Tools

Arbortext Editor

Adobe FrameMaker

Quicksilver

Pennant R4i

Job description

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Canada is seeking a Technical Writer to apply standard writing methods for support manuals. The role involves processing Manual Change Requests and supporting the Technical Publications Team. Candidates should have a technical diploma and experience in aerospace writing. Strong skills in understanding engineering drawings and proficient use of desktop publishing tools are preferred. This position offers a dynamic work environment with competitive benefits.