Communications Specialist

Central Service Area; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Central Service Area is seeking a Communications Specialist to support Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) initiatives in Washington, DC. The role involves developing technical documentation and translating complex aviation information into clear content aimed at various stakeholders.

Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field, along with five years of relevant experien: support in aviation-related operations or programs is essential. This position demands strong communication skills and experience with technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in an aviation-related field is required.
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card Permanent Resident with Public Trust approval.

Responsibilities

• Develop, draft, and edit technical documentation including reports.
• Translate complex information for diverse audiences.
• Support the development of outreach materials related to aviation safety.

Skills

Technical documentation

Clear communication

Stakeholder engagement

Aviation safety knowledge

Content analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Job description

Washington, DC - Headquarters
Washington, DC 20024, USA

Description

Seeking qualified professionals to support Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aviation Safety (AVS) programs through development of technical documentation, communications, and mission support activities translating complex aviation, operational, and regulatory information into clear, actionable products across the National Airspace System (NAS). This role supports high-impact aviation safety initiatives, modernization efforts, and emerging technologies shaping the future of the National Airspace System (NAS).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, draft, revise, and edit technical documentation, including reports, guidance materials, manuals, and stakeholder-facing products
• Translate complex aviation, operational, and regulatory information into clear, accessible content for Government, industry, and public audiences
• Support development of technical communications and outreach materials related to aviation safety, NAS performance, and emerging technologies
• Analyze and organize content to improve clarity, usability, and consistency across documentation and communication products, including 508-compliance and accessibility oriented technical communications
• Collaborate with technical subject matter experts and multidisciplinary teams to develop accurate, high-quality documentation and communication products
• Experience developing stakeholder-facing communications, executive briefings, or high-visibility outreach materials for technical or aviation programs
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex aviation, operational, or regulatory concepts into clear, audience-appropriate products for diverse stakeholder groups
• Experience supporting communication strategies or outreach efforts for FAA, Government, or regulated technical programs
• Experience producing or managing technical documentation or communications across multiple formats, audiences, or delivery channels
• Experience working with FAA Headquarters and supporting cross-organizational collaboration and executive-level communications

Communications Specialist

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in communications or related field and five years of experience is required in an aviation related field, such as air carrier operations, military aviation, air traffic control, instrument procedure development, or flight standardization board pilots
• Bachelor’s degree may be waived with five years of experience in performing the above duties
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card Permanent Resident (minimum 3+ years of U.S. residency) and Public Trust approval

**THESEPOSITIONSARECONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD AND POSITION AVAILABILITY**

About

CSSI, LLC. has over 30 years of experience working in complex, dynamic, safety critical systems supporting both government and commercial clients to address their toughest challenges, with efficient and low-risk solutions. Our collaborative work has improved the safety of transportation related human and systems infrastructure, increased the efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS), and facilitated the modernization of both NAS and DoD systems and capabilities. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., CSSI employs nearly 200 employees throughout the country, helping customers across the United States and globally understand and implement the solutions to their biggest obstacles. For more information on CSSI, please visit www.cssiinc.com.

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