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Technical Publications Authoring Specialist

3 weeks ago

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Westerkirk Full time


De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.
 
Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.
 
Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

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The Technical Publications Authoring Specialist is responsible for maintaining high-quality technical documentation that supports products, systems, and services. This role ensures that all technical publications are accurate, clear, compliant with applicable standards, and tailored to the needs of end users, customers, and regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with Technical Publications suppliers and internal departments to coordinate authoring, illustrating, quality assurance, and publishing of technical manuals and bulletins.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product management, quality, and regulatory teams to gather and validate technical information.
  • Ensure documentation complies with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal style guides.
  • Manage document version control, configuration management, and revision tracking.
  • Support document publishing workflows using content management systems (CMS), XML authoring tools, or DITA-based platforms.
  • Coordinate peer reviews and quality checks to ensure accuracy, consistency, and usability.
  • Coordinate with graphics, illustration, and localization teams as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, Engineering, English, Information Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Skills

  • Proven experience in technical writing or technical publications authoring. Preferably in aerospace
  • General knowledge of technical manual concepts and standard practices.
  • Ability to understand and interpret aerospace engineering drawings (preferably De Havilland), specifications and processes (preferred).
  • Experience with desktop publishing, using industry standard tools such as Arbortext Editor, Adobe FrameMaker, Quicksilver, Pennant R4i, or equivalent software (preferred).
  • Knowledge of various ATA and S1000D specifications for Technical Publications (preferred).
  • Strong command of written English with excellent grammar, clarity, and attention to detail and knowledge of Simplified Technical English (STE).
  • Project Management skills and experience.
  • Strong customer focus and proven relationship-building capabilities.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.


Why work at De Havilland?

De Havilland Canada is a Canadian-owned and operated aircraft manufacturer dedicated to providing rewarding opportunities in a diverse and welcoming workplace.

  • Work with a team that makes a true difference in the world- making it possible for people to travel around the globe efficiently, comfortably and safely.
  • We've manufactured over 5,600 aircraft including the most advanced turboprop in the air today. Our experience and expertise in constructing the highest performing aircraft in the industry is second to none.
  • Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are dynamic workplaces led by teams that support and encourage all employees.
  • With a passionate team of innovators and a global network of support, De Havilland Canada proudly carries on it's tradition as a leader in aerospace.

In addition to plenty of opportunities for career growth in a stimulating work environment, De Havilland Canada offers:

  • Competitive wages
  • Paid vacation
  • Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical)
  • Life insurance
  • RRSP/DPSP Plan
  • Employee and family assistance program

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.
 
At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
 
Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.