Technical Writer

Join Peraton in advancing the safety efficiency and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAAs 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 nations skies safe and looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the worlds most vital transportation infrastructures working alongside leaders in aviation engineering data science and systems integration.

At Peraton you wont just support the mission youll define it. Turn complex systems into clear guidance that keeps America flying safely.

We are seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support high-visibility Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) modernization this role you will develop clear accurate and compliant technical documentation that enables engineers operators and stakeholders to confidently work with mission-critical aviation will 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). This role is ideal for a writer who enjoys working with advanced technologies and wants their work to have real-world national impact.

In this position you will:

• 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

Why This Role Matters

FAA modernization relies on documentation that is precise usable and compliant. As a Technical Writer your work directly supports aviation safety system reliability and regulatory compliance helping ensure that the technologies guiding U.S. air travel are understood trusted and used correctly. This role offers meaningful exposure to federal programs long-term stability and the opportunity to contribute to systems that impact millions of travelers every day.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelors degree and 5 years of experience; or Masters degree and 3 years; or Associates degree and 7 years experience; or HS diploma/equivalent and 9 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.

Preferred 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.

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Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.