Technical Writer

**Career Opportunity**

GeoSpectrum Technologies Inc. is growing and has a new career opportunity

We’re looking for a detailed-oriented Technical Writer to create clear, engaging documentation that supports users of complex underwater systems. In this role you’ll develop high-quality manuals, IETMs, and training materials that simplify technical information for operators and maintainers. Collaborating with engineers, SMEs, and program managers, you’ll turn detailed input into accessible content enhanced with visuals. You’ll ensure consistency with internal standards like S1000D, and contribute to a range of writing projects.

**Explore GeoSpectrum’s Story**

GeoSpectrum Technologies is a rapidly growing company that designs and manufactures state of the art underwater acoustic components, transducers and integrated end-to-end systems for maritime surveillance and exploration. GeoSpectrum is known for its innovation and designing leading-edge products.

With clients across ocean science, defence, and homeland security, and oil and gas industries, we’re proud of delivering reliable, customized solutions that go above and beyond the requirements of our customers.

GeoSpectrum was founded in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia and continues to experience growth after three decades of innovating acoustic technology. Our company’s core values are woven into the fabric of our workplace, commitment to employee engagement, and client service.

**Responsibilities**

- Create high-quality, user-focused product documentation such as operations and maintenance manuals, IETMs (Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals), and training materials.
- Incorporate diagrams and illustrations into written content to increase user’s understanding.
- Tailor content for customers, operators, and maintainers of underwater systems with the goal of simplifying complex information, making it easy to understand.
- Maintain consistency with internal style guides and documentation standards and specifications (such as S1000D).
- Support other writing assignments such as program documentation, technical reports, proposals and internal documents.
- Follow internal company procedures for publications development and document control.
- Represent the technical publications team at project meetings and design reviews, as required.

**Qualifications**

- 3 years of technical writing experience and ability to simplify complex information.
- Exceptional clarity and precision in writing, with a strong command of the English language.
- Familiarity with S1000D specification is desired.
- Experience in creating Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals.
- Experience with XML-based authoring tools.
- Awareness of Simplified Technical English.
- Comfortable working independently and managing multiple documentation projects simultaneously.
- Organized with strong time management skills.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
- Curiosity and willingness to learn about GTI products and open to new tools and technologies.
- Experience in Ocean Technology or Engineering is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word.

**Security Requirements**

**Explore GeoSpectrum’s Culture and Benefits**

At GeoSpectrum, we take pride in fostering an agile workplace that is based on professional relationships, innovation and continuous improvement. Our employees work together in a collaborative, cross-functional approach. Enjoy having fun at work? Our social community is next to none Our leadership team encourages our people to contribute their ideas, insight, and feedback for innovation, continuous improvement, quality management, and workplace safety.

**We offer**:

- Competitive salary based on experience
- Work-life balance with Core hours
- Paid Time Off
- Group Plan Benefits
- Trip Cancellation
- Virtual Healthcare
- Employee-Family Assistance Program
- Corporate Discounts and perks
- RRSP matching
- Career development
- Social activities and company events
- Free on-site parking