JOB TITLE: Drafting Technician
LOCATION: Contract Management Office (CMO) – Ottawa, ON
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Secret
REPORTS TO: Drafting Lead
HOURS: 37.5
ABOUT US:
At Nasittuq, we don’t just manage operations—we protect the North.
We are the trusted team behind the operation and maintenance of the North Warning System (NWS), a critical joint Canada-U.S. early-warning radar network. Spanning 47 remote sites across the rugged landscapes of Northern Canada, supported by our strategic hubs in North Bay and Ottawa, our work is as vast as it is vital.
We operate in some of the most challenging environments on the planet, which means our core values aren't just words on a wall—they are our lifeline. From Safety and Environmental Stewardship to Diversity and Agility, our values guide every decision we make. If you are looking for a career where your logistics, technical skills, or operational expertise directly contribute to continental security and northern community impact, you belong at Nasittuq.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Reporting to the Drafting Lead, this position is responsible for developing and maintaining site record drawings, project drawings, and graphics. The drafting technician validates that produced drawings meet government and industry standards and that the drawings are properly stored within the North Warning System (NWS) Project storage system.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains Site Record drawings based on approved mark-ups from maintenance work or inspections using AutoCAD and MS Excel.
- Creates new Engineering Project drawings from engineering design sketches and mark-ups of Site Record drawings.
- Revises Site Record drawings as engineering projects are implemented, involving research, creating drawings from project file redlines.
- Meets with engineers and technicians and discusses the components that are needed to produce engineering drawings.
- Ensures all drawings and documents are created and maintained to the Department of National Defense standards for Engineering drawings and practices, including publication through the Technical Document Amendment Notice process as applicable.
- Organizes and maintains filing system of digital drawings, including coordination with design staff for production of sealed engineering drawings and NWS Library for release of drawing revisions.
- Scans printed archival or as-built drawings as change control records.
- Produces engineering drawing packages for project implementation.
- Support of configuration management.
- Produces printed and electronic packages for stakeholder.
- Generates and maintains documentation in accordance with the DND and Controlled Goods Program.
- Performs other duties/projects as assigned, to support the overall program and mission, and other initiatives of Nasittuq.
EDUCATION:
- Degree or diploma in a related engineering or technology field, or equivalent work experience.
CERTIFICATE(S) / LICENSE(S):
- None required. Certification in Autodesk AutoCAD and/or Microsoft Excel (Intermediate/Advanced) considered an asset.
EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of one (1) year of developing or maintaining engineering drawings.
- A minimum of one (1) year experience with the AutoCAD application.
- Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation.
- Experience with multiple engineering disciplines: Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, COMPETENCIES:
- Requires knowledge of industry and/or government drawing standards.
- Conventional knowledge of design principles and technical document development.
- Well organized, solid written and verbal communications, full working knowledge of MS Office Software applications, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent oral/written communications with the ability to present and explain technical information to both life cycle and engineering teams.
- Excellent teamwork skills, and the ability to develop and maintain internal and external relationships.
- Ability to work and contribute well independently and within a team environment.
- Effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Effective interpersonal skills with customer service orientation.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience with field survey data collection, processing, and interpretation considered an asset.
Why Join Nasittuq?
At Nasittuq, we believe that our team is our greatest asset. We are committed to creating an environment where our employees can thrive both professionally and personally.
Here are some reasons why you should consider joining us:
- 1. Work-Life Balance:
We offer flexible working hours and encourage our employees to take time for themselves and their families. - 2. Interesting Work:
You will be involved in exciting and challenging projects that push the boundaries of innovation. - 3. Hybrid Work Policy:
Our hybrid work policy allows you to work from home or from our office facilities. - 4. Facilities and Experience:
Our office is equipped with modern amenities designed to enhance your work experience. - 5. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees. - 6. Inuit Priority Wording:
As part of our contractual Land Claim Beneficiaries of the Nunavut, Inuvialuit, and Nunatsiavut Land Claim Agreements, encouraging applicants to self-identify
Qualified and interested candidates, please apply!
Nasittuq is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified groups. Inuit Land Claim Beneficiary applicants are encouraged to apply and self-identify.
APPLICANTS WHO ARE ENROLLED UNDER AN INUIT NUNANGAT LAND CLAIMS AGREEMENT WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY HIRING. WE ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY.
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ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖅᑐ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓪᓗᑎᒃ ᐃᓄᐃᑦ ᓄᓇᖓᓐᓂ ᓄᓇᓕᕆᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᐊᖏᕈᑎᐅᓯᒪᔪᓄᑦ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᖅᐸᐅᑎᑕᐅᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕐᑎᑕᐅᔪᓐᓇᖅᑐᓄᑦ. ᐃᑲᔪᖅᑐᕐᐸᑦᓯ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖃᑕᐅᔪᓯ ᓇᓗᓇᐃᖅᓯᖁᓪᓗᓯ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓂᑦᓯᓐᓂᒃ.
Nasittuq provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔪᖅᑐᖅᐸᒃᑲ ᐃᓄᑖᖃᑕᐅᓯᒪᔪᑦᒍᑎᒥ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᐅᔾᔭᐅᖃᑦᑕᕐᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ!
Translation: We invite you to join us and embark on a rewarding career journey!
We thank you for your interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
