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We are a quickly growing company that designs and manufactures underwater acoustic transducers and sonar systems for a variety of applications including defence and homeland security, ocean science, and oil and gas. With over two decades of experience, our company’s core values are embedded in our work. We provide reliable, customized solutions that go above and beyond the requirements of our customers at affordable prices.

We currently have an opportunity for a Technical Writer who enjoys collaborating in a fast-paced technical environment and adopting the latest tools for teaching our customers about our products. The ideal candidate will have strong practical experience in creating content for a diverse audience which was gained through writing in a technical field.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produce quality content tailored to the needs of the audience (primarily customers, operators, and maintainers of the underwater systems we deliver)
• Contribute to the writing of technical publications such as operations and maintenance manuals, proposals, and assembly procedures
• Create content for Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM)
• Harvest information from subject matter experts, operators, and maintainers and turn it into easy to understand content
• Support our trainers by writing material for their lessons
• Participate in program activities such as meetings and reviews
• Incorporate graphics to increase readers understanding
• Assist with editing and publishing of the final product

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience creating technical content
• Exceptional writing skills, including being clear and to the point
• The ability to determine and understand the needs of the end user
• Organized
• Strong communicator
• The ability to manage tasks on time
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word
• A curious mind; interested in learning more about GTI and its products
• A openness to explore and adopt new tools

The following skills are desirable, but not mandatory:

• Familiar with the S1000D international specification
• Experience in creating Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals
• Experience with XML based authoring and publishing tools
• A basic awareness of simplified technical English
• A technical background

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• An exciting and innovative product-focused environment
• Great work-life balance
• Excellent Health Benefits (health, dental, vision, Life Insurance, LTD & more)
• Access to our Employee-Family Assistance Program and access to Online Doctors
• RRSP Matching up to 5%
  
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Paid time off
• Casual dress

GTI 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 Aboriginal People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities, Women in occupations of positions where they are under-represented, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. If you are a member of one of the equity groups you are encouraged to self-identify on either your application form, covering letter or resume