Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Ottawa, ON
Expected salary:
Job date: Wed, 27 Nov 2024 23:28:23 GMT
Job description: Employee TypeCasualVacancy TypeIntern/Co-OpTown/RegionOttawa, ONAbout the roleThe candidate will join the Technical Publications team as a technical writer supporting all the different programs within Lockheed Martin Canada Inc. (Lockheed Martin) and responsible for developing technical documentation in collaboration with other team members and members of other groups within Lockheed Martin, including Graphic Design, Integrated Logistics Support, and Engineering.The candidate will participate in technical publication activities including, but not limited to:
- Authoring procedures and maintenance documentation for inclusion into various technical documents
- Performing impact analyses to assess the ramifications of change requests to existing documentation and incorporating changes, as necessary
- Performing data conversion tasks to structure legacy data in Lockheed Martin structured XML format
- Collaborating with team members to improve internal processes and documenting any changes.
What you bring to the role
- Pursuing a degree or diploma in a technical field (engineering, computer science etc.) or in technical writing or technical communication
- Understanding of basic technical writing rules and style
- Ability to work productively in both an individual and team environment
- Ability to comfortably write clear and concise instructions in English
- Eligibility for North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Secret clearance.
Additional skills desired for the role
- Familiar with eXtensible Markup Language (XML) and software used for XML authoring
- Comfortable reading engineering drawings, bill of materials, test specifications etc.
- Comfortable adapting to new software and learning new processes
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical members of the team.
DisciplineCommunicationsAbout usLockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian-based arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global security and aerospace company employing 115,000 people worldwide, including more than 1,300 Canadians. By applying innovative approaches of our highly skilled and experienced Canadian workforce, we have been Canada’s trusted defence and aerospace partner for over 80 years. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products and unmanned systems software to providing delivery and in-service support of the latest military aircraft to commercial engine repair and overhaul capabilities. This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across Canada support engineering, systems integration, training, sustainment and in-service support programs for Canadian and international military customers across land, air and sea.Clearance required for roleWhat we offer youWe walk our talk when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, this is what you can expect when you join our team as a Regular Full-Time employee:
- Flexible, compressed work schedules, depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off, as well as the possibility to work remote part-time
- Competitive compensation
- Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
- Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment, along with:
- Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
- A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
- Medical Travel Insurance
- Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
- A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
- Employee discounts to save on goods, services and various recreational activities
- Access to a robust spectrum of development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:
- Free learning resources through a modern and engaging platform
- Education Assistance Program
- Reimbursement for a professional membership
- Self-directed Mentoring
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