Senior Technical Writer

Responsibilities

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Writer/Editor with a deep understanding of aviation operations, flight procedures, and the National Airspace System (NAS). This position supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) by developing and refining technical documentation, guidance materials, and publications that communicate complex aviation concepts to diverse technical and non-technical audiences.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional writing and editing skills, the ability to synthesize input from subject matter experts (SMEs), and a strong understanding of FAA documentation standards, aviation regulations, and operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and produce high-quality technical documentation, guidance materials, and reports related to FAA and NAS systems, policies, and operational concepts.

• Translate complex technical, operational, and procedural information into clear, accurate, and accessible content for varied audiences, including engineers, air traffic specialists, and policy leaders.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and program staff to gather, interpret, and verify technical information.

• Draft, revise, and edit manuals, specifications, reports, articles, and presentation materials, ensuring compliance with FAA documentation standards.

• Apply expertise in aviation terminology, NAS operations, and flight procedures to ensure technical accuracy and regulatory alignment.

• Analyze existing and potential content to identify opportunities for standardization, reuse, and improved clarity across documents.

• Ensure all materials meet applicable technical writing standards, style guides, and quality requirements, including FAA and federal guidelines.

• Support the development and maintenance of electronic publications, digital content, and multimedia documentation as required.

• Manage multiple documentation projects concurrently, maintaining attention to detail and adherence to schedule.

• U.S. citizen or green card permanent resident (3+ years U.S. residency)
• Experience with FAA and the environment.
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• Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or a related field, and 5+ years of experience performing the above technical writing and editing functions; or

• High school diploma and 10+ years of relevant experience in technical writing or editing.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience producing or editing FAA aviation regulatory documentation or related technical publications in aviation or aerospace.

• Proven ability to interpret and synthesize complex technical data and operational procedures into clear, concise, and accurate documentation.

• Demonstrated experience developing content for FAA, DoD, or other federal aviation programs.

• Strong command of grammar, style, and technical writing conventions; familiarity with FAA and government style guides.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and other documentation or content management tools.

• Experience supporting FAA programs, particularly within Aviation Safety (AVS), Air Traffic Organization (ATO), or NextGen offices.
• Familiarity with FAA Orders, Advisory Circulars, and regulatory documentation standards.
• Experience developing documentation related to NAS modernization, flight operations, or aviation safety initiatives.
• Knowledge of XML-based publishing systems, content reuse strategies, and structured authoring (e.g., DITA).
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