Technical Writer

Senior Technical Writer

Location: Ottawa, ON – Onsite/Approved Remote Work Environment

Compensation: $45-$60/hr - based on qualifications, experience, and final contract pricing.

Contract Term: October 5, 2026 to September 3, 2027, approximately 48 weeks.

Language: English – Advanced oral, comprehension, and written proficiency.

Security Clearance: Government of Canada Secret

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Writer for a specialized federal consulting opportunity supporting a strategic modernization initiative within a secure environment.

The successful consultant will be responsible for developing a comprehensive Operational Sustainment Modernization Strategy and Campaign Plan, using advanced research, analysis, technical writing, document development, and stakeholder engagement skills.

The role will involve:

• Independently reviewing and analyzing files, documents, research, and information related to the subject matter.
• Developing a strategic Operational Sustainment Modernization Strategy and Campaign Plan.
• Supporting the development of project scope, plans, timelines, milestones, and approval activities.
• Participating in meetings with government, military, and contractor stakeholders.
• Gathering information, feedback, comments, and clarification from subject matter experts and project stakeholders.
• Developing and refining initial and subsequent drafts of the Strategy and Campaign Plan.
• Preparing the completed Strategy and Campaign Plan for senior-level approval.
• Collaborating with the project planning team throughout the document development process.
• Providing bi-weekly updates regarding project progression, milestones, and key issues.
• Identifying and reporting potential issues that may impact project progression or approval timelines.
• Researching and reviewing Government of Canada, defence, and military policies, directives, concepts, and strategies to ensure alignment.
• Conducting research related to operational sustainment, force development, digitalization, modernization initiatives, experimentation, and relevant industry initiatives.
• Providing guidance and advice regarding proposed changes to the Strategy and Campaign Plan.
• Working collaboratively with graphic design resources on the creation and editing of the final document.
• Managing and maintaining documents using SharePoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft applications, and approved artificial intelligence functions.
• Supporting virtual meetings, document sharing, updates, and collaboration within the approved technical environment.

The successful consultant will be expected to work independently following an initial orientation and demonstrate strong judgment, research capabilities, strategic writing skills, and the ability to translate complex information into clear, senior-level strategic documentation.

The successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of experience within the last 10 years as a Senior Technical Writer creating complex strategic documents for Federal Government departments and organizations within the security sector, addressing:

• Strategic Planning
• Operational Planning
• Guidance Plans
• Campaign Plans
• Level L0, L1, and L2 planning

Candidates must be able to clearly demonstrate where, when, and how this experience was acquired through specific project examples. The solicitation requires supporting project information and a project reference capable of verifying the experience.

• Strong senior-level technical writing and document development experience.
• Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, synthesize, and communicate complex subject matter.
• Experience developing strategic and operational planning documentation.
• Experience working with senior government,…