Sr. Technical Writer

Job Description

Job Description

CGH Technologies, Inc. (CGH) is a business solutions firm specializing in Data Management, Software Engineering, and Business Intelligence. Based in the Washington, D.C. corridor, CGH supports government, commercial, and international clients with management consulting, software development, infrastructure and facilities support, and program management for large, complex operational environments.

CGH has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technical Writer to join our team supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Position Overview

The Senior Technical Writer provides technical writing, editorial, publication, and document management support to the FAA Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Mission Support Services, Policy Directorate (AJV-P).

This position supports the development, revision, coordination, publication, and archival of regulatory and procedural policies governing the National Airspace System (NAS). The Senior Technical Writer provides comprehensive documentation support throughout the document lifecycle-from concept and development through final review and publication.

The position develops and supports FAA Orders, policy directives, Safety Management System (SMS) documentation, advisory circulars, Notices and General Notices (GENOTs), rulemaking materials, regulatory documentation, briefings, reports, correspondence, and other official communications necessary to support program objectives.

Document development is highly iterative and requires continuous collaboration with program offices, subject matter experts (SMEs), management, government partners, ICAO representatives, military liaisons, and other internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive technical writing, editorial, publication, and document management support for FAA air traffic policy and regulatory documentation impacting the National Airspace System (NAS).

• Develop, edit, format, and finalize FAA Orders, directives, Document Change Proposals (DCPs), Notices, General Notices (GENOTs), standalone orders, rulemaking documentation, Safety Management System (SMS) materials, environmental policy documentation, briefings, reports, and official correspondence.

• Support rulemaking documentation, including Notices of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRMs) and Final Rules for 14 CFR Parts 71 and 73.

• Ensure deliverables comply with Government Publishing Office (GPO) guidance, FAA Orders, established writing standards, and organizational standard operating procedures.

• Maintain consistency and accuracy in grammar, punctuation, formatting, terminology, and style across technical and regulatory documentation.

• Incorporate procedural revisions, regulatory updates, and editorial changes into air traffic directives to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

• Support NAS procedural changes associated with new systems and technologies, capacity and efficiency improvements, risk mitigation initiatives, UAS integration, ATO Top 5 Programs, ATSAP corrective actions, hazard mitigation efforts, and Safety Risk Management (SRM) panel outcomes.

• Support AJV-P's responsibilities as the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for designated aviation-related orders and perform Directives Management Officer (DMO) support functions.

• Manage document lifecycle activities, including version control, publication coordination, records management, archival documentation, and policy evolution tracking in accordance with federal requirements.

• Utilize desktop publishing and document management tools, including Adobe, Quark, Microsoft Office, Knowledge Systems Network (KSN), and SharePoint, to produce, manage, and archive documentation and correspondence.

• Provide editorial and technical review support for External Correspondence Reviews (ECRs), procedural interpretations, waiver documentation, Letters of Authorization, information papers, working papers, and international coordination materials, including ICAO-related activities.

• Coordinate with program offices, SMEs, Service Centers, operational units, military representatives, and other internal and external stakeholders to support iterative document development and policy implementation.

• Support safety and regulatory initiatives by reviewing and formatting SRM documentation, assisting with responses to FAA and NTSB safety recommendations, and ensuring documentation accurately reflects safety mitigations and policy updates.

• Develop onboarding and proficiency training materials.

• Prepare executive-level briefings, presentations, and stakeholder engagement materials to support leadership decision-making and public communication efforts.

Qualifications Experience

• 8+ years of relevant technical writing experience supporting the federal government.

• Previous federal technical writing experience is required.

• Previous FAA experience is desired.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Technical Communication, or a related field.

Technical & Computer Skills

• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat.

• Experience with Microsoft Visio.

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365.

• Experience managing document workflows using SharePoint and Knowledge Systems Network (KSN).

• Experience using desktop publishing tools, including Adobe and Quark, to process order revisions and publication updates.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• U.S. Citizen or person with a valid U.S. work visa who has lived in the U.S. for 3 or more years.

• Comprehensive knowledge of FAA policy structure, air traffic procedures, and regulatory documentation standards.

• Advanced technical writing and editorial skills.

• Ability to translate complex operational, technical, and regulatory material into clear, concise, and compliant documentation.

• Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Ability to manage multiple iterative document development cycles under tight deadlines.

• Knowledge of records management and document lifecycle controls.

• Ability to maintain consistency across large and complex directive systems.

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently while maintaining continuous coordination with leadership and subject matter experts.

 

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the individual is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, and use a computer, keyboard, and mouse for several hours each day.

Occasional light lifting of up to 10 pounds may be required.

Government Eligibility

Candidates selected will be subject to a Government background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements.

Compensation

The hiring range for this position is $100K–$120K per year, based on relevant experience and position requirements as determined by the customer parameters.

Benefits

CGH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Life insurance

• Commuter benefits

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid holidays

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Join the CGH Team

If you are an experienced technical writer who excels at transforming complex regulatory, operational, and technical information into clear and accurate documentation, we encourage you to apply and bring your expertise to the CGH team supporting the FAA and the National Airspace System.

CGH Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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