Peraton is hiring: Technical Editor in Washington

Technical Editor

Job Locations: US-DC-Washington

We invite you to join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver systems and services that keep our nation's skies safe and connected.

At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission — you’ll define it. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain in‑depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high‑visibility aviation programs.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of technical writers and editors, ensuring high‑quality deliverables across multiple FAA projects.
• Establish and enforce documentation standards, templates, and style guides aligned with FAA and federal requirements.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of technical manuals, user guides, training materials, proposals, and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, cybersecurity experts, and program managers to translate technical concepts into clear, concise documentation.
• Lead reviews and audits of documentation for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with FAA regulations and federal standards.
• Ensure all materials comply with Section 508 accessibility requirements and FAA branding guidelines.
• Manage documentation schedules, track progress, and allocate resources to meet project deadlines.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to writing staff, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Present status reports and documentation readiness updates to FAA leadership and program managers.
• Stay current on emerging tools, technologies, and documentation best practices, incorporating them into FAA processes.

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• 8 years of experience with a BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA; 3 years with a PhD.
• Proven expertise in technical writing and editing, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency across documents.
• Experience producing, managing, and maintaining documentation throughout its lifecycle.
• Proficiency with technical writing tools and content management systems such as SharePoint, Confluence, or Documentum.
• Demonstrated ability to lead document control processes and maintain audit‑ready documentation.
• Exceptional writing, proofreading, and attention to detail.
• Experience ensuring compliance with Section 508 accessibility and plain language requirements.
• Experience supporting proposal writing, compliance matrices, and contract deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
• Degree in Communications, Technical Writing, or related discipline.
• Knowledge of FAA, DOT, or federal documentation standards.
• Certifications such as CPTC, PMP, or SAFe Agile.
• Experience managing technical writing teams supporting FAA or other federal agencies.
• Familiarity with NextGen FAA modernization programs, aviation systems, or air traffic management documentation.
• Experience integrating graphics, multimedia, and data visualization into technical publications.
• Background in training development or instructional design for technical systems.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next‑generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the impossible by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by factors including scope of responsibilities, experience, education, skills, geographic location, and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.