Technical Publications Supervisor

Requisition ID: 2292

Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence:

IMP Aerospace & Defence is not only one of the leading companies in the Aerospace field, but we are also one of the most engaging and equality advocating companies to work for. We believe that regardless of where you work at IMP Aerospace & Defence, you are a part of our ever-growing team. IMP is able to achieve success through this teamwork mindset. That is why at IMP, you are not defined by your role.

Supervise a staff of writers and editors in preparing high quality technical publications that relate to the description, installation, maintenance and related equipment for customer approval and subsequent publication.

• Receive source data and ensure it is properly recorded in a Publications Management Database System.
• Monitor, evaluate and reassess short / long term priorities.
• Ensure editors and writers have the required specifications and source data to complete their task.
• Originate work packages and update the Publications Management Database as required.
• Co-ordinate work flow (writing, editing, Illustrating & Translating) between staff members.
• Ensure the Publication is technically correct / complete and the Publication is properly prepared for the customer's validation.
• Determine formats and policies relating to publishing services.
• Responsible for the linguistic integrity of publications.
• Liaise with customer technical authorities.
• Organize detailed work estimates and manage work expenditures.
• If required attend engineering review meetings, customer meetings and visit Customers facilities.
• Responsible for the day-to-day activities of the staff for which they are assigned.
• Ensure daily time sheets are properly completed.
• Monitor personnel problems of assigned staff.
• Perform Performance Appraisals for assigned staff.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Publications Manager.

• Post-secondary technical writing or editing training or equivalent experience, within a technical publication s environment.
• Preferred 1 to 5-year experience in supervisory role or comparable role, preferably in a technical publications environment.
• Proven command of English grammar.
• Knowledgeable in the use of two or more of the following software platforms: MS Word, Adobe Framemaker, InDesign, Arbortext Epic Editor, Adobe Acrobat or comparable software for the creation of Technical Publications.
• Excellent verbal and above average written communication skills.
• Self-starter, dedicated to a high degree of accuracy, pride in workmanship, co-operative, able to work under pressure, thorough and meticulous, strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to quality.
• Familiarity with S1000D, ATA, CALs, MIL/STD Specifications, C /AG-006, SGML and XML would be considered a definite asset.
• Some knowledge of common Aircraft, Naval or Land mechanical, electrical or electronic systems may be considered an asset but is not required.
• Preference given to applicants with the capability to work in both official languages.
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances.

• All of IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position.
• Employees are entitled to 3 paid personal days and 12 statutory holidays per year.
• We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RRSP Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Long Service Awards, Volunteer Grant Program, Scholarship Program, and more

IMP is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. We welcome applicants from Indigenous People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self identify on either your cover letter or resume.