Technical Writer

Sonovision Canada Inc.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work opportunities

Flexible schedule

Training and Development Programs

Casual and collaborative work culture

3 Weeks paid vacation

Health, dental, and life insurance

Job summary

Sonovision Canada Inc. is seeking a dynamic Technical Writer to support the operations team in aerospace documentation. The role emphasizes producing high-quality technical content and adhering to standards such as ATA 100/2200 and S1000D.

The candidate should bring engineering or aerospace maintenance background, plus experience in technical publications. Hybrid work options, training, and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Engineering background and/or hands-on Aerospace maintenance experience and/or substantial experience in technical publications.
• Experience with S1000D, ATA2200 and MIL-SPEC specs is an asset.
• Familiarity with Simplified English and SGML/XML is a plus.
• Knowledge of Adobe FrameMaker, Quicksilver or Arbortext Editor is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical documentation aligned with applicable standards (ATA 100/2200, S1000D, AG-006).
• Maintain a sound technical knowledge base for documentation.
• Collaborate with the operations and writing teams to deliver documents on time and within budget.
• Track profitability, sales targets, and resource usage for writing projects.
• Provide accurate estimates and quotes for work performed.
• Assist in developing quality processes and team-building activities.

Skills

Engineering background

Aerospace maintenance experience

Technical publications experience

S1000D

ATA2200

MIL-SPEC

Simplified English

SGML/XML

Tools

Adobe FrameMaker

Quicksilver

Arbortext Editor

Job description

Are you a rockstar technical writer looking to make your mark in the world of aerospace? Look no further! We are seeking a dynamic and organized individual to work on our writing team. With competitive compensation, great benefits, and a supportive, collaborative company culture, this is the perfect opportunity for someone like you who is ready to take on a new challenge.

Want to know the secret behind our company's success?

At Sonovision we are always exploring new ways to reach our goals. We explore areas outside of our comfort zone and push the boundaries to achieve our goals beyond what we think is possible. We believe it is essential to create an environment where everyone feels listened to, respected and supported. We encourage collaboration and empathy so that we can work together harmoniously and constructively. We hold ourselves to the highest standards and continuously exceed customers expectations.

Where would you fit in?

As a member of the Sonovision Team, the technical writer has the responsibility of supporting the operations team.

A technical writer with Sonovision should:

• Have an engineering background (mechanical, aerospace, electrical etc.) and/or hands-on experience in the aerospace maintenance field and/or significant experience/training in the technical publications field.
• Experience with S1000D, ATA2200 and/or MIL-SPEC specifications is an asset.
• Previous use and/or knowledge of Simplified English and SGML/XML would also be an asset.
• Previous use and/or knowledge of Adobe Framemaker, Quicksilver and/or Arbortext Editor is an asset.

To develop technical documentation in terms of:

• Using the applicable standards (i.e. ATA 100, 2200, S1000D or AG-006)
• Having a sound technical knowledge base.
• Working with the rest of the technical writing group to ensure that documents are delivered correct, on time and on budget.
• Tracking financial performance of jobs (profitability & sales targets)
• Providing efficient and timely delivery of quality deliverables to the customer
• Providing timely and complete estimates and quotes for work to be performed.
• Tracking resource management (ensuring jobs are assigned within department)
• Tracking departmental and individual metrics.
• Self-monitoring of performance and development
• Developing quality processes and procedures
• Practicing team building
• Ensuring the core values of the Company are reflected by the values of the team.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Hybrid remote work opportunities.

• Flexible schedule, based around a core set of hours.

• Training and Development Programs.

• Casual and collaborative work environment.

• 3 Weeks paid vacation.

• Competitive health, dental, and life insurance benefits.

The successful candidate must complete a background check, which will include previous employment reference checks, education verification, and a criminal history review.

For this position, the successful candidate must also be able to meet all Controlled Goods Program requirements and Secret Clearance.

The successful candidate must complete a background check, which will include previous employment reference checks, education verification, and a criminal history review.

For this position, the successful candidate must also be able to meet all Controlled Goods Program requirements and Secret Clearance.