Job Summary:
Noblis is a company that addresses critical missions for government agencies, and they are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Writer/Editor. The role involves developing and refining technical documentation related to aviation operations and the National Airspace System (NAS), ensuring clarity and compliance with FAA standards.
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.
Qualifications:
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 is a nonprofit science, tech strategy organization that works in the public interest to help clients solve most complex problems. Founded in 1996, the company is headquartered in Reston, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.