Aviation Technical Publication Specialist, Journeyman

Castellum Inc; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Castellum Inc. is seeking a technical writer to create and manage aircraft and related manuals, including Illustrated Parts Catalogs and maintenance procedures. You will perform XML coding, QA, change records, and publishing while ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.

You will collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts, translate complex information into clear documentation, and maintain publication integrity across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical writing and editing experience across manuals, spec sheets, and presentations.
• Experience interpreting information from research or technical specialists for publication.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical information into clear, readable documents for technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Research and verify technical information for accuracy and publish to standard formats.
• Manage document and file control across multiple projects.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts, team members, and engineers.
• Coordinate with clients to understand and meet their documentation needs.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

XML

MIL-STD-3001

S1000D

SGML/XML

Adobe FrameMaker

Notepad++

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Publication standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Adobe FrameMaker

Notepad++

XML authoring software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

Position Description

Create technical documentation from research and review of engineering, mechanical and electrical drawings, supplier data, and other source documents for incorporation into an Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM,) or paper-based manuals, as required. This includes aircraft technical manuals, Illustrated Parts Catalogs, and maintenance/flight operational procedures. Day to day tasks include XML coding and managing processes for publication standardization, work folder integrity, quality assurance reviews, change records, validation, and publishing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Translate technical information into clear, readable documents to be used by technical and nontechnical communitiesResearch and verify technical information for accuracyControl document and file management across multiple projectsManage multiple assignments while ensuring technical accuracy, adherence to documentation standards, and timely delivery of all projectsEffectively collaborate with Subject Matter Experts, team members, and engineersCollaborate effectively and respectfully with clientsFully understand client needs

Required Experience and Qualifications

• More than three (3) years of related work experience performing technical writing and editing functions.Experience developing drafts, revising, and editing reports, articles, manuals, specifications, presentation materials, and other technical documents.Experience interpreting information obtained through research or provided by technical specialists.Ability to apply knowledge of field-specific documentation content and format standards to prepare, edit, and publish technical materials.Technical background in mechanical, aerospace, electrical/avionics, communications/navigation (COMNAV), or a related discipline, and/or hands-on aviation industry experience.Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical manuals.Experience with S1000D, MIL-STD-3001, and/or other applicable military specifications and standards.Knowledge of or experience using Simplified Technical English and SGML/XML.Knowledge of or experience using Adobe FrameMaker, Notepad++, or other XML authoring software.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, and other software tools required to perform assigned duties.Strong written communication, organizational, collaboration, and document management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience in a technical writing environment.Experience developing aviation technical publications, IETMs, Illustrated Parts Catalogs, and maintenance or flight operational procedures.Familiarity with U.S. Navy style guides, Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures Standardization (NATOPS) publications, and applicable military standards.Advanced proficiency across Microsoft Office applications.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. A degree in a technical discipline is preferred. May consider relevant experience in lieu of formal degree.

Security Clearance Requirements

Must possess and maintain an active Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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