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Technical Writer - Publications Specialist

CAE

Montreal (St. Laurent), CA

Technical Writer - Publications Specialist

CAE

Montreal (St. Laurent), CA
 
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Our Technology & Product Development teams transform bold ideas into immersive, world-class solutions. From VR/AR solutions to cutting-edge flight simulation, you’ll work alongside brilliant minds in a rewarding and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow every day. With a career that blends flexibility, creativity, and impact, you’ll play a vital role in driving next-generation tech solutions for the moments that matter most.

                                                                                                         

Job Description

At CAE, our Technology & Product Development team is shaping the future through immersive systems and innovative technologies that enhance safety and readiness worldwide.

From VR/AR solutions to advanced flight simulation systems, you will work in a collaborative and supportive environment with continuous learning opportunities.

In this role, you will support the creation, management and publication of high-quality technical documentation for civil and defense customers while contributing to process improvements.


Duties & Responsibilities

  • Publish S1000D Interactive Electronic Technical Publications (IETPs).
  • Create and modify data modules (DM) in a CSDB environment.
  • Develop and maintain documents, templates and macros in Microsoft Office and Adobe tools.
  • Participate in internal peer reviews.
  • Troubleshoot and improve authoring and publishing tools.
  • Propose and implement improvements to documentation processes including AI usage.

Minimum Qualifications

  • University degree, college diploma, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong proficiency with Windows-based applications and tools (Arbortext, Word, Acrobat, SharePoint).
  • Knowledge of XML and HTML.
  • Understanding of content management systems and databases.
  • Knowledge of S1000D and aviation standards.
  • Basic knowledge of AI tools.
  • Familiarity with graphics and presentation software.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to manage multiple projects.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to follow structured processes.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Collaboration and communication skills.
  • Ability to adapt to new technologies.
  • Experience in technical publishing (PDF, HTML, XML).

Benefits

  • Group insurance
  • Telemedicine
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Group RRSP
  • Defined benefit pension plan
  • Sabbatical leave
  • Enhanced parental leave

CAE offers

  • A collaborative work environment
  • Continuous learning opportunities
  • Access to advanced technologies
  • Flexible working conditions

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About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

       

Position Type                      

Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.

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As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

cynthia.kamikazi@cae.ca

 

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About CAE

About CAE

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world.

As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions.  Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.