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Insight Global, Inc.

Technical Editor

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An Editor reviews stories, reports or manuscripts, makes corrections, and works with writers to improve content and structure of writing. Plans and coordinates material to be included in publications. Works with print material or website content. May specialize in copy editing (careful review of text for errors) or other types of editing; may work as an executive editor with authority to approve publications and contracts.

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Job Description

Job Requirements Charlottesville, VA Secret Polygraph not specified Early Career (2+ yrs experience) $95,000 - $160,000
Job Description Position Secret Technical Editor Company Booz Allen Hamilton Duration:
6 month contract to hire, you will convert perm after 6 months Location On-site in
Charlottesville, VA Pay Rate:
$48-$77/hour pay rate
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
  • Active Secret Clearance
  • Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of technical writing, proofreading, and editing experience; OR Master's degree and 1+ years of related experience; OR 7+ years' of experience in lieu of a degree
  • Experience editing technical documentation such as reports, manuals, test plans, letters, and briefing materials
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
  • Ability to review and edit content from multiple contributors for consistency, clarity, grammar, and compliance
  • Excellent written communication and proofreading skills
NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
  • Active Top Secret Clearance
  • Experience using LaTeX Editor
  • Experience creating or modifying document styles, cross-references, bibliographies, and tables of contents
  • Experience supporting technical or engineering teams with documentation efforts
  • Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) systems
  • Experience working in modeling and simulation (M&S) environments
  • Strong verbal communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines
  • Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Literature, Engineering, or a Science-related field
  • Society for Technical Communication (STC) coursework or certifications
JOB DESCRIPTION
Insight Global is seeking a Secret Technical Editor to support a government-focused team responsible for modeling and simulation (M&S) programs in Charlottesville, VA. This individual will review, edit, and proofread a variety of technical documentation, including user manuals, test plans, technical reports, briefing materials, and other deliverables. The ideal candidate has experience ensuring technical documents are accurate, well-organized, grammatically correct, and maintain a consistent voice across multiple contributors. This person will work independently while collaborating with engineers, analysts, and technical teams to produce high-quality documentation supporting mission-critical efforts.
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