Technical Writer

About the role

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe and connected. We are seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support high-visibility Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) modernization programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear, accurate, and compliant technical documentation that enables engineers, operators, and stakeholders to confidently work with mission-critical aviation systems.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and program managers to translate complex technical information into accessible documentation that supports safety, compliance, and operational excellence across the National Airspace System (NAS).
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including system manuals, user guides, procedures, training materials, and compliance artifacts.
• Translate complex engineering, cybersecurity, and system concepts into clear, concise, and accurate content.
• Ensure documentation aligns with FAA standards, federal regulations, and program requirements.
• Participate in documentation reviews and audits to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Collaborate with engineers and program teams to gather requirements and validate technical content.
• Ensure all deliverables meet Section 508 accessibility and FAA branding guidelines.
• Manage documentation schedules and deliverables across multiple workstreams.
• Prepare documentation status updates and readiness materials for program stakeholders.
• Apply industry best practices, tools, and templates to continuously improve documentation quality.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and 0 years of experience; or HS diploma/equivalent and 4 years experience.
• Experience producing technical documentation in engineering, IT, or systems-focused environments.
• Demonstrated experience developing technical manuals, user guides, procedures, and compliance documentation.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and accurate content for diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with documentation standards, style guides, and content management practices.
• Experience ensuring documentation compliance with federal requirements, contractual standards, or regulated environments.
• Working knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements.

Qualifications

• Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
• Familiarity with FAA modernization initiatives, NextGen, or National Airspace System (NAS) environments.
• Experience documenting complex systems, including infrastructure, cybersecurity, or software-intensive programs.
• Knowledge of NIST frameworks, cybersecurity documentation, or system certification processes.
• Experience using documentation tools such as MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, Confluence, SharePoint, or XML-based authoring tools.
• Exposure to agile or DevSecOps environments.
• Experience supporting audits, readiness reviews, or compliance documentation.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Technical Communicator (CTC) or equivalent credentials.