Mid-Level Technical Writer or Editor

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Seattle, WA, USA
In-Office
91K-123K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
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The Role
Develop, edit, and maintain pilot training courseware and supporting documentation. Collaborate with SMEs and instructional designers, manage DITA XML content for reuse, enforce standards and branding, conduct peer reviews, coordinate stakeholder reviews, tailor materials for regional requirements, and research technical information to improve processes.
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Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Global Services (BGS) is currently hiring a Mid-Level Technical Writer or Editor to join the Learning Design Team based out of the Boeing Field location Seattle, Washington.
This position will join a global team responsible for analyzing training requirements and developing training to prepare pilots for an initial type rating, training to supplement standard pilot training, and tailoring training to meet region and customer specific requirements.
Be a part of a global team of subject matter experts, instructional system designers, and technical writers to create new suite of competency based flight training courseware. You will create and revise flight training courseware materials and supporting documentation.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Use your expertise to recommend technical communication project plans.
  • Collaborate with pilot subject matter experts and instructional systems designers to scope, revise, edit, format, and proofread an array of training materials.
  • Manage training manual content files to maximize data reuse in a specialized DITA XML publishing system.
  • Protect the integrity of pilot training manuals by enforcing standards, processes, and branding guidelines.
  • Devise strategies to tailor courseware for regional requirements.
  • Coordinate critical stakeholder reviews of materials.
  • Assess the need to obtain clarity and additional information as appropriate.
  • Conduct peer reviews for grammar, spelling, bias, standards, and accuracy.
  • Review comments and collaborate with teammates to reconcile conflicting inputs.
  • Co-create and revise flight instructor presentations.
  • Research and document technical information to improve established processes.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skill/Experience):
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in producing both written and verbal technical communication.
  • 5+ years of experience working in a role requiring detailed documentation of technical requirements.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • 5+ years of experience with style guides, especially the Chicago Manual of Style.
  • Experience with DITA, JIRA, oXygen.
  • Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
  • Experience with aviation concepts and quality standards.
  • Ability to learn new software.
  • Multimedia development and technical illustration.

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Pay Range Mid-level (Level 3): $90,950-$ 123,050
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 21, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Language Requirements
English Preferred
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in producing both written and verbal technical communication.
  • 5+ years of experience working in a role requiring detailed documentation of technical requirements.
  • U.S. Person required to meet export control compliance (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).
  • 5+ years of experience with style guides, especially the Chicago Manual of Style.
  • Experience with DITA, JIRA, and oXygen.
  • Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
  • Experience with aviation concepts and quality standards.
  • Ability to learn new software.
  • Multimedia development and technical illustration.

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support For most U.S. nonunion roles, the company matches 401(k) contributions with immediate vesting, and a student‑loan feature counts eligible payments toward earning the company match. Some union agreements also include robust retirement terms, combining a match up to a set percentage with an additional company contribution.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is provided at full pay for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy assistance. Family resources such as specialized health programs and backup child and elder care are available.
  • Healthcare Strength Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision plus mental‑health and specialty clinical programs (e.g., cancer support and centers of excellence), with many benefits beginning soon after hire. Virtual care, coaching, and access to licensed therapists are included.

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