Technical Writer

ASRC Federal•Oklahoma City, OK

15h•Onsite

About The Position

ASRC Federal Advanced Research LLC (AFAR) is seeking an experienced Technical Writer, Level 3 to join our Beacon Interrogator/Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) team that supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in Oklahoma City, OK. This is a full-time on-site position at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC). The FAA Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program is a major NextGen initiative to modernize air traffic surveillance. It uses ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) technology, enabling aircraft to broadcast their position and receive real-time traffic/weather data, enhancing safety and efficiency over traditional radar.

Requirements

Must be a US Citizen.
Must have resided in the US for three (3) consecutive years.
Must possess a RealID Driver’s License/ID or current US Passport.
Candidate must reside or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance to Oklahoma City, OK.
All non-US Degrees must have a US Equivalency Certificate provided by the candidate.
Bachelors degree highly desired, OR Associates degree, OR A minimum of 2 years of experience in this specific technical area that is pertinent to the support of the National Airspace System (NAS).
This experience must have demonstrated the ability to acquire and present technical information through independent reading, interviews with subject matter experts, observation of tests and experiments, interpretation of blueprints or diagrams, or other appropriate methods.
Such experience may have been acquired as a writer or editor of technical reports, articles, manuals, or specifications.
Six (6) plus years of experience is required.
Strong proficiency in English language and grammar.
Strong proficiency in describing information in simple, clear language.
Strong proficiency in analytical/organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong proficiency in technical documentation development and maintenance. This includes the ability to organize material and complete writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Visio, Power Point) and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to work independently, as well as a team, in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to navigate complex workflows; research and problem solve; willingness to learn/try new things.
Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written communication with computer scientists, engineers, project personnel and technical leads, as well as varying levels of management and customers.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience performing technical writing or editing is desired.
NAS experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, write, and edit technical and administrative publications, including reports, manuals, proposals, and directives for complex FAA engineering procedures.
Ensure all written materials meet established standards for clarity, organization, style, terminology, and conciseness.
Review existing documents and recommend updates to improve scope, format, and content accuracy.
Manage multiple documents through all stages of the FAA documentation process.
Provide numbering support for notices, maintenance handbooks, and related publications.
Update documentation and processes, ensuring current information is maintained on the New User Documentation Guide & Examples (NUDGE) website.
Review and coordinate Letters of Authorizations (LOAs), manage field concurrence and modifications, set up personnel database accounts, and provide LOA guidance and training.
Support Web Configuration Management (WebCM) activities, review engineering casefiles, and deliver documentation training to less experienced writers and technical subject matter experts.