Technical Writer (Structures) / Rédacteur technique (structures)

Do you have technical experience in aircraft structures? Have you worked as a Structural Assembler, Aircraft Technician, or Methods Agent and want to step into a role where you can develop new, highly sought-after engineering skills? This position is for you!

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is looking for a Technical Writer (Mechanical Structure) to join our Technical Publications team based in Mirabel (Québec, Canada).

You will be part of the Structures team and be responsible for revising the Aircraft Maintenance Publication (AMP) and Repair section of the Structural Repair Publication (ASRP). The team is organized in such a way as to promote autonomous cross-functional collaboration, supporting each other and learning collectively.

Your role as Technical Writer will be to review engineering documentation, carry out impact analysis, review existing tasks or create new ones in Simplified Technical English (STE) for approval and integration of changes, as well as perform On Aircraft Validation (OAV) for the tasks associated with AMP (Structures) and ASRP (Repairs).

Your working environment

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is headquartered in Mirabel, in the greater Montreal area, a stone's throw from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis. Known for its peaceful and safe environment, the region offers an excellent quality of life for young professionals, experienced individuals, and families. It perfectly combines career opportunities and outdoor activities, making it a truly exceptional place to settle down.

How we care for you

• Financial rewards: Attractive salary, annual bonus, group insurance plan, pension plan, and share purchase plan.
• Work/Life Balance: Hybrid work policy (depending on operational needs), on-site cafeterias, and a highly competitive leave policy.
• Well-being and health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discount program, on-site medical service, access to a public shuttle service between Laval (Montmorency metro station) and Mirabel, and a carpooling application.
• Individual development: Excellent upskilling opportunities and career progression prospects through unlimited access to over 10,000 online courses to develop employability, certifications, accelerated development programs, and national and international mobility opportunities.

Your challenges (Key responsibilities)

• Research, plan, write, and revise the Aircraft Maintenance Publication (AMP) and integrate Repair Engineering Orders (REO) into the Aircraft Structural Repair Publication (ASRP) for all structural chapters.
• Understand all the engineering documentation that drives the changes made to the AMP and ASRP.
• Write and revise maintenance procedures by grasping the scope of engineering changes.
• Define and maintain the Data Module Requirements List (DMRL). Coordinate with internal engineering teams, the Customer Response Center (CRC), and external suppliers to ensure alignment with published engineering.
• Ensure Quality Assurance (QA) of Data Modules (DM) submitted by our suppliers for inclusion in the publications.
• Perform On Aircraft Validation (OAV) of new AMP tasks and determine the time required to execute each task.
• Execute, validate, and integrate comments resulting from on-aircraft validation in accordance with departmental standards and guidelines.
• Proceed with the review of engineering documentation for integration into publications.
• Ensure the analysis of customer and operator requests, coordinate with the CRC and the engineering team, and respond to the originator of the request.
• Identify and implement product improvement processes in accordance with the strategic plan.
• Identify, evaluate, and support the definition of action plans and schedules to minimize risks related to the production of publications according to program requirements.
• Coordinate with our suppliers and stakeholders to ensure that AMP and ASRP tasks are up to date and compliant with published engineering.

Your boarding pass (Requirements)

• You hold a College Diploma (DEC) in aircraft maintenance, aerospace engineering, or a related field, and possess five (5) years of experience in aviation (as a technician, methods agent, or technical writer).
• You possess solid knowledge of aircraft structures, structural repair methods, and systems.
• You have a good understanding of engineering change drivers and aircraft configuration management applicable to the AMP and Repair Engineering Orders (REO) for the ASRP.
• You are proficient in CATIA, S1000D, SAP, and the Google Workspace suite.
• You possess excellent computer skills and the ability to read and understand engineering documentation, including technical drawings.
• You are able to quickly learn and adopt new tools and technologies as required by the position.
• You are a team player, responsible, a good communicator, and a skilled negotiator.
• You understand processes and technologies related to technical publications.
• You possess a good knowledge of SGML and XML programming languages.
• You are capable of managing stress and mobilizing other departments to meet agreed-upon deadlines.
• You demonstrate judgment, leadership, and team spirit.
• You are customer-oriented and fluent in French and English (spoken and written).
• You possess a superior level of written English.

This job requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, which forms the foundation of the company's success, reputation, and sustainable growth.

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