Technical assistant Jobs in Ottawa, ON

Company Description

ADGA Group is a proudly Canadian-owned and operated defence and security technology company. Our core services include value-added program management, agile software engineering development, and integrated security solutions. As an industry partner to the Canadian Government and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) for decades, ADGA is actively supporting ongoing and emerging requirements for operational readiness, reconstitution, and modernization.

For decades, we have recruited veterans to integrate their unique skillsets and highly specialized training into our workforce and work culture. At ADGA, we areunited by our social purpose tocreatemeaningful employment opportunities forveterans of the CAF and RCMP, their families,and fellow citizens who share a passion to contribute to the security and well-being of Canadians.

ADGA’s social purpose empowers us to reinvest in our employees as well as to donate generously to veteran and military family causes in our community.

Join our team at ADGA, where we prioritize your success by fostering internal movement and growth in a safe, inclusive and agile work environment. We offer a wide variety of career and developmental opportunities, including the option to work on different projects and technologies, on-the-job training, cross-training, access to business and technical online courses, and formal education subsidies.

Job Description

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ADGA is currently looking for a Technical Writer to start working on a large Defence program that we support as soon as possible!

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to support the chief engineer at the System of Systems (SoS) level by creating, summarizing, and translating technical documents for various audiences. You will ensure documentation standards are met, gather and verify technical information, and assist in drafting contractual documents.

Tasks include, but not limited to :

• Create and summarize technical documents tailored for various audiences, including engineers, system managers, and end-users.
• Convert technical documentation and technical data package materials between both official languages.
• Assess and ensure compliance with documentation standards and review existing project documentation.
• Identify documentation needs and develop plans to meet those requirements.
• Collect information on contracts and requirements from sub-section heads and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate the preparation of required illustrations and diagrams.
• Provide guidance on the appropriateness, applicability, and effectiveness of specific technical and contractual documents; and
• Assist in drafting contractual documents, ensuring they meet all necessary legal and technical requirements.

Qualifications

In the preparation of technical concept documents, system specifications, and technical proposals in the field of information technology, information management or engineering.

In the preparation of business correspondence and reports in the field of Information Technology.

Providing advice and guidance on technical writing issues.

Planning, researching, gathering information and authoring technical documentation such as Statement of Requirements, System Specifications, and user manuals and guides.

Additional Information

Work-Life Balance

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity / Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).

Belong@ADGA

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered : discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.

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