Description
We are seeking a Technical Editor Senior to support Vertical Launch System (VLS) systems technical data documentation requirements for US Navy and Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
The successful candidate will provide technical editing support for the review and development of VLS technical manuals, procedures and processes, published in Adobe FrameMaker, Quicksilver, Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM's), MS Office applications and Adobe PDFs.
Key responsibilities include:
- Gathering, processing, analyzing, reconciling and entering VLS systems engineering data and fleet modernization data in support of Technical Manuals, IETM's, Ship Alteration Systems, Temporary Alteration Records, Engineering Change Orders, Engineering Change Proposals and Navy Training System Plans
- Collaborating with other team members in the development, production and distribution of VLS documentation materials within GDIT and to various government customers
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in any field with 5+ years of professional experience in technical editing
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience working with technical personnel developing and publishing technical materials
- Experience developing and publishing Technical Manuals in Adobe FrameMaker and Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) using SGML applications such as Arbortext or MadCap Flare
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software
- Active Secret clearance required
- Must be a US Citizen
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
- 401K with company match
- Competitive pay and paid time off
- Full flex work weeks where possible
- Paid Family Leave program providing up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period
- Short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance