Editorial Technician III, Testing and Data Collection
About The Position
Dexis is seeking an Editorial Technician III to support a large-scale Army test and evaluation program. The program provides data collection, technical writing, computer operations, range scheduling, and administrative support to execute the government’s test mission. Testing covers automotive, combat, electronic, general equipment, and ordnance materiel. Support includes data collection and coordination, data compilation and processing, development and management of data collection forms, test monitoring, technical writing and editorial review, reporting, data and software administration, range scheduling, and related operational support. The Editorial Technician III provides advanced editorial support for technical publications, applying extensive familiarity with technical terminology, document formats, multimedia, and clarity of expression. The role verifies factual information, resolves inconsistencies with authors, identifies documents requiring major reorganization, and provides technical assistance on publications with varied styles and presentation requirements. Work will be performed primarily onsite in Aberdeen, Maryland, with travel to other locations within the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) as required by mission needs. This position is contingent upon contract award.
Requirements
- Eight years of experience as an Editorial Technician or Technical Writer; or an associate’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, Mass Communications, or Science and six years of experience in technical writing or editing; or a bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, Communications, Science, or Engineering and four years of experience in technical writing or editing.
- Proficiency in the advanced functionality and tools of Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat.
- High school diploma.
- Proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
- Proficiency in the use of computers and Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- Ability to meet physical requirements that may include working in extreme heat or cold, high humidity, blowing sand and dust, confined spaces, at heights, and walking distances over unimproved terrain while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Availability to support work outside normal duty hours when required by mission needs.
- Willingness and ability to travel within CONUS and OCONUS as required.
Responsibilities
- Apply extensive familiarity with terminology, format, and clarity of expression to assist in preparing technical documents.
- Interpret text to ensure consistency within documents.
- Locate sources and verify factual information.
- Demonstrate extensive familiarity with technical terminology, jargon, and multimedia formats.
- Convert photo and graphic file formats and insert web links, photographs, graphics, and video files.
- Identify inconsistencies between text and charts, tables, and other graphics.
- Restructure sentences for clarity without altering the meaning of the text.
- Contact authors to resolve inconsistencies in factual information.
- Identify documents requiring major reorganization and bring them to the attention of the Technical Writing Leader.
- Provide technical assistance to others on publications that differ in manner and style of presentation.
- Proofread documents to verify that final copy is clear, concise, and error-free before submission.
- Safeguard passwords and access to office computer files and programs.
Benefits
- Choice of three UnitedHealthcare medical plans, with coverage options for employees and eligible dependents.
- Dental coverage for employees and eligible dependents, including preventive, basic, major, and orthodontic services, subject to plan limits.
- Company-paid vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
- Employer-funded health reimbursement arrangement for employees enrolled in the Silver HRA medical plan, to help pay eligible in-network deductible expenses.
- Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, plus short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Optional supplemental life and AD&D insurance, including life insurance options for eligible dependents.
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and legal and financial support resources for employees and their families.
- Virtual care, behavioral health resources, and wellness programs available through the medical plan.
- Personalized benefits enrollment, coverage, claims, and provider-finding support through the Employee Care Center.
- Healthcare insurance and other staff welfare benefits and perks for eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
