Noblis · 2 months ago
Senior Technical Writer
Washington, Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$79K/yr - $123K/yr
5+ years expNoblis is a company that tackles the nation's toughest problems and applies advanced solutions to critical missions. They are seeking a Senior Technical Writer/Editor to develop and refine technical documentation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), ensuring clarity and compliance with FAA standards.
Information TechnologyNational SecurityNon Profit
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
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
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizen or green card permanent resident (3+ years U.S. residency)
Experience with FAA and the environment
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
Preferred
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)
Company
Noblis
Noblis is a nonprofit science, tech strategy organization that works in the public interest to help clients solve most complex problems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mile Corrigan
President and CEO
William Streilein
Chief Technology Officer
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