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 are united by our social purpose to create meaningful employment opportunities for veterans 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

REF: #001

ADGA is currently looking for a “Technical Writer” to support a defence project in Halifax!

We are looking for candidates that have a solid background:

• Technical writing, creative writing, communications, data analysis, and experience working with Agile teams.
• You will need to hold a valid Secret level government clearance due to contract requirements.

Tasks include, but not limited to:

• Script learning activities for the Virtual Fleet and other learning tools.
• Analyze references and corollate data into usable datasets for the VF and other applications.
• Corollate and summarize test results.
• General software documentation.
• Other related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• You must already hold a valid Secret level 2 PSPC/Government clearance.
• Must be available to go on-site (Halifax office – client location) as and when required, considered a hybrid role.
• Contract length is asap thru 31 March 2025 (possible extension)
• The ideal candidate has a Bachelors' degree or better in Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in the last 5 years performing at least 4 out of the 6 tasks listed below:
  • with documentation which would include help text, user manuals, training materials, technical documentation, and with page content.
  • conducting reviews, establishing documentation standards, and existing project documentation.
  • gathering information concerning the features and functions provided by automated information systems from users and system developers.
  • preparing and coordinating any required illustrations and diagrams.
  • designing the layout of manuals and preparing final camera-ready copy.
  • preparing training materials.

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.