Sr. Technical Editor

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

$72K — $97K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Louisiana, US
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in technical writing or documentation related to DoD requirements.
  • Proficient in Microsoft SharePoint and document management systems.
  • In-depth knowledge of compliance and security regulations related to sensitive information handling.
  • High attention to detail and ability to maintain documentation accuracy and compliance.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for team collaboration and information dissemination.

Responsibilities

  • Write and edit clear and concise technical documents for DoD clients.
  • Develop and manage Air Force Time Compliance Technical Orders and related documentation.
  • Review and assess existing documentation for accuracy and compliance.
  • Secure sensitive information and ensure adherence to security regulations.
  • Create necessary visualizations such as diagrams and charts within documents.
  • Track documentation required for the Authority to Operate (ATO) process.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and verify information for documentation accuracy.

Benefits

  • Multiple medical plan options including HSAs.
  • Dental and vision plan offerings.
  • 401(k) plan with company match and flexible contribution options.
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
  • Short and long-term disability insurance options.
Full Job Description
Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Program Delivery and Execution

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Compliance Requirements, Deliverables Management, Document Management, Microsoft SharePoint, Technical Writing
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
No

Job Description:

As a Technical Editor Senior on an Enterprise Zero Trust Program for DoD Client, your responsibilities will include:
  • Writing and editing policies, standard operating procedures, and technical guides to provide clients with clear, concise, and accurate documentation.
  • Experience developing Air Force Time Compliance Technical Orders - or Technical Orders (TCTO's and TO's) and Telecommunication Survey Installation Plan (TSIP) and Installation Plan (I-Plan)
  • Reviewing existing documents, assessing their accuracy and compliance, and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Handling sensitive information, ensuring its security, and maintaining compliance with security regulations.
  • Manage multiple documents, versions, and revisions effectively, and meet deadlines.
  • Maintain familiarity with document management systems and relevant tools.
  • Create visualizations required within documents: data flow, network diagrams, elevation diagrams, charts, graphs, etc.
  • Track documentation required for ATO process.
  • Work with various departments and stakeholders within the DoD to gather information and ensure that documentation is accurate and up to date.
  • Ensure that all documentation, whether paper or digital, meets DoD requirements and relevant regulations.
Absolute Must Have:

Experience developing Air Force Time Compliance Technical Orders - or Technical Orders (TCTO's and TO's) and Telecommunication Survey Installation Plan (TSIP) and Installation Plan (I-Plan)
Basic Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with AF time compliance technical orders - or technical orders (TCTO's and TO's) and TSIP's telecommunication survey installation plan and I-plans installation plan.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
  • Proficiency in creating clear, concise, and accurate documentation.
  • Ability to manage multiple documents, versions, and revisions effectively, and meet deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with teams and conveying information clearly.
  • Familiarity with document management systems, software like Microsoft Office Suite, and relevant tools.
  • Ability to identify and resolve issues related to documentation.
  • Professional demeanor and work ethic.
Required Skills/Knowledge:
  • Understanding of DoD standards, best practices, and compliance requirements.
  • Familiarity with DoD documentation classification markings and handling of classified materials.
Desired Skills/Knowledge:
  • Experience with DoD eMass system for ATO applications.
  • Current Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in field like English, Communications, Information Technology, or Business Administration
  • 5+ years of experience


The likely salary range for this position is $72,250 - $97,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Hybrid

Work Location:
USA LA Bossier City

Additional Work Locations:
USA LA Home Office (LAHOME)

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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