Technical Writer/Editor (UAS Systems)

About the role

Griffon Aerospace is seeking a Training & Technical Documentation Specialist with a military Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and aviation background to support a military customer by developing, maintaining, and delivering a comprehensive Training Support Package (TSP) for new equipment and system capabilities. This role requires an individual with prior aviation instructor and/or standardization pilot experience who can quickly become qualified on the assigned system, achieve operational and maintenance proficiency, and convert that knowledge into validated technical documentation and training products.

Responsibilities

• Achieve qualification on the assigned UAS platform, including hands-on operational and maintenance proficiency, functional use, and troubleshooting procedures
• Develop, update, and maintain a complete Training Support Package (TSP) in accordance with government standards and program requirements
• Create high-quality technical documentation, including: operator manuals, maintenance manuals, procedures, checklists, and quick reference guides
• Develop training materials such as: instructor-led training content, student guides, PowerPoint presentations, assessments, training aids, and multimedia content
• Coordinate with engineering, logistics, and program management teams to ensure documentation accuracy and currency
• Submit all technical manuals, maintenance materials, and training products to the government for formal review, validation, and approval
• Incorporate government feedback and required changes in a timely and compliant manner
• Support training events, demonstrations, and fielding activities as needed
• Maintain configuration control of all documentation and training materials

Required Qualifications

• Prior military UAS and/or aviation experience, with background as an aviation instructor and/or standardization pilot (e.g., Instructor Pilot, Instructor Operator, or Standardization Instructor/Evaluator)
• Demonstrated ability to achieve hands-on system/platform qualification and translate operational and maintenance knowledge into clear, user-focused technical documentation
• Experience developing technical documentation, training materials, or curriculum for military systems or programs
• Strong understanding of military training standards, formats, and validation processes (e.g., TSP, IETM, TACOM/PEO requirements)
• Excellent writing, editing, and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, logisticians, and government customers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and common documentation tools
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior military UAS operator, maintainer, or crew experience in addition to instructor/standardization background
• Experience with training development methodologies such as ADDIE
• Familiarity with maintenance practices, technical data packages, or system fielding processes
• Knowledge of configuration management principles
• Previous support to Army, DoD, or similar government programs

Job Location: Madison, Alabama, United States

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

US Citizenship Required: Yes

Ability to Obtain Security Clearance: Yes