Associate Specialist, Editor

Join to apply for the Associate Specialist, Editor role at General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Associate Specialist, Editor role at General Dynamics Land Systems–CanadaWho We AreGeneral Dynamics Land Systems – Canada is a world-class defense company located in London, Ontario.DescriptionWho We AreGeneral Dynamics Land Systems – Canada is a world-class defense company located in London, Ontario.GDLS-C is looking for an English editor to join their Edit and Translation team.Position SummaryThe daily duties of the editor position involves English editing of technical documentation for a prescribed style and format. The position also includes formatting and layout reviews of technical manuals prior to delivery. Language reviews are performed on a variety of outputs, including Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) and other electronic mediums, such as PDF. The editor is required to provide accurate style and language markups within a budget and deadline and author these changes in XML-formatted technical manuals.The successful candidate will be provided one-on-one training. This training includes, not only style guides and style/language-specific guidance, but also content management system user training and authoring software training (XML). While prior experience in these systems is an asset, training will be provided to the successful candidate.Required QualificationsUniversity degree, honours or higher, preferably in a language degree or related fieldExcellent communication, organization and prioritization skillsComfortable working independently in a fast-paced team environmentWillingness to learn technical skills as part of a highly skilled teamAn openness to learn something new every dayPreferred QualificationsWorking experience in English editing, copy editing, proofreading and/or related disciplineEnglish editing certification by an accredited organisationWorking knowledge of XML or other markup languagesExperience working within a content management systemFamiliarity with military standardsExperience in a technical field, such as engineering or automotive industryWe look forward to hearing from youPhysical Conditions And HazardsThe conditions in which an individual or staff works, including but not limited to such things as amenities, physical environment, stress and noise levels, degree of safety or danger, temperature, location.Physical Environment: Office, RemoteHazards: NAPhysical Demands DescriptionThis section objectively captures and describes the physical demands that are required to perform a particular job or role. Usually completed by the ergonomistUsual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.Equipment UtilizedThis section describes the type of equipment an employee is required to use:Computer, monitorsMedical SurveillanceMay include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on taskPersonal Protective EquipmentApplicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection are provided by employer)Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionIndustriesInformation Services and IT Services and IT ConsultingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada by 2xGet notified about new Associate Editor jobs in London, Ontario, Canada.We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr