Editorial Technician IV, Testing and Data Collection

Dexis • Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Dexis is seeking an Editorial Technician IV to support a large-scale Army test and evaluation program. The program provides data collection, technical writing, computer operations, range scheduling, and administrative support needed to execute the government’s test mission. Support covers testing a wide variety of automotive, combat, electronic, general equipment, and ordnance materiel, and 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 IV reviews completed technical publications for coverage, clarity, organization, factual consistency, and compliance with government policies and publication practices. The role applies extensive knowledge of technical terminology and publishing standards, resolves complex editorial issues, provides technical assistance across varied publications, and brings significant leadership experience to the editorial function.

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 mission needs require. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

• Ten years of experience as an Editorial Technician or Technical Writer; or an associate’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, Mass Communications, Science, or Engineering and eight years of technical writing or editing experience; or a bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, Communications, or Science and six years of technical writing or editing experience.
• Proficiency with advanced functionality and tools in Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat.
• Five years of leadership experience.
• High school diploma.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Proficiency using 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

• Review completed projects for adequate coverage of assigned topics, clarity, logical organization, and compliance with policy and agency practices.
• Demonstrate familiarity with technical terminology, jargon, document formats, and multimedia formats.
• Convert photo and graphic file formats and insert web links, photographs, graphics, and video files.
• Interpret text to ensure consistency within documents.
• Apply knowledge of regulations and policies affecting government publications, publishing concepts and practices, publication standards, and advances in publishing technology.
• Locate sources to verify factual information.
• Identify and correct discrepancies between text and charts, tables, and other graphics.
• Restructure sentences for clarity without changing their meaning.
• Contact authors to resolve factual inconsistencies.
• Provide technical assistance on publications that differ in manner and style of presentation.
• Ensure documents are error-free before submission to originating offices.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug coverage, with a choice of three UnitedHealthcare medical plans and coverage options for employees and eligible dependents.
• Dental insurance 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 (HRA) for employees enrolled in the Silver HRA medical plan.
• Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) 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 (EAP), including confidential counseling and legal and financial support resources for employees and their families.
• Virtual care, behavioral health resources, and wellness programs through the medical plan.
• Personalized benefits support with enrollment, coverage questions, claims, and finding providers through the Employee Care Center.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED