Aviation Technical Publication Specialist, Journeyman

Castellum Inc; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Castellum Inc. is seeking a technical writer to create and maintain IETMs and manuals for aerospace/avionics. You will translate complex technical data into clear documentation, manage XML content, and ensure publication standards, QA, and timely delivery. A DoD Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications include 3+ years in technical writing, experience with S1000D/MIL-STD-3001, and proficiency with FrameMaker and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical writing experience.
• Experience developing drafts, revising, and editing technical documents.
• Ability to interpret engineering information and standards.
• Knowledge of aviation industry documentation is preferred.
• Familiarity with military specifications and standards (S1000D, MIL-STD-3001).
• Proficiency in XML/SGML-based authoring tools and MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical information into clear, readable manuals for technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Research and verify technical information for accuracy.
• Control document and file management across multiple projects.
• Manage multiple assignments with timely delivery while maintaining quality.
• Collaborate with SMEs, engineers, and clients.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

XML authoring

S1000D

MIL-STD-3001

SGML/XML

Adobe FrameMaker

MS Office

Documentation management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe FrameMaker

Notepad++

XML authoring

MS Word

MS Excel

MS 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 communities
• Research and verify technical information for accuracy
• Control document and file management across multiple projects
• Manage multiple assignments while ensuring technical accuracy, adherence to documentation standards, and timely delivery of all projects
• Effectively collaborate with Subject Matter Experts, team members, and engineers
• Collaborate effectively and respectfully with clients
• Fully 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.

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