What are the responsibilities and job description for the NATOPS Editor (MQ-4C Triton) position at Aviation Systems Engineering Company?
Description
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Security Clearance Requirement: Active Secret
Telework Eligible? No
ASEC is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team as a NATOPS Editor supporting MQ-4C Triton flight manuals. In this role, you'll leverage your operational experience and technical expertise to ensure flight documentation is accurate, clear, and mission-ready. Your contributions will directly support the evolution of next-generation mission systems and enhance the safety and effectiveness of unmanned aircraft operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a key editor for NATOPS development, providing direct support to PMA-262.
- Act as a technical writer, creating and maintaining NATOPS content to ensure flight clearance materials are accurate and up to date.
- Edit and update NATOPS documentation using Arbortext Editor for XML formatting. Training will be provided if you are new to the tool.
- Review Airworthiness Issues Resolution System (AIRS) submissions and revisions for technical accuracy, operational clarity, and adherence to procedures.
- Collaborate with engineers, pilots, and evaluators to ensure content reflects current operational standards and procedures.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives for NATOPS publications and contribute to mission readiness and safety.
- Perform additional duties as required to support documentation and operational objectives.
The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- At least 3 years of NAVAIR platform aircrew operational experience is required.
- MQ-4C Triton operational experience, highly desired.
- NATOPS instructor/evaluator certification and or MPRWS Instructor/WTI experience, preferred.
- Bachelor's or associate's degree, preferred.
- Experience with XML or technical editing software is a plus.
Equally Important:
- You are able to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
- You possess professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- You take a proactive approach to your work and you're able to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
- You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Your organizational skills allow you to manage competing priorities.
ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.
Security Clearance Requirement:
- This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance.
Who We Are:
ASEC offers meaningful work and a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We are a 100% employee-owned business focused on providing value and innovation in the areas of engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. We believe in doing what is right for the Warfighter, plain and simple. We encourage you to explore what makes us different, visit our website now!
Why work at ASEC?
At ASEC, you'll join a dedicated team focused on improving mission effectiveness and supporting the MQ-4C Triton unmanned aircraft system (UAS). You'll work in a collaborative, innovative environment where your operational expertise directly shapes mission-critical documentation. We value creativity, teamwork, and the hands-on knowledge that drives real results.
- 100% employee-owned. Learn more about our ESOP plan here!
- Comprehensive benefits package (11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, disability insurance, and more!)
- 401K match
- Tuition assistance (undergraduate and graduate)
- Veteran friendly
- Thriving employee culture
- Employee discount program
We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.
We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.