Technical Editor

JRC Careers • District of Columbia, United States, DC

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

JRC is seeking a Technical Editor to support its Missiles & Space Team and a high-priority national security program. The role shapes documentation and communication systems by working closely with program managers and technical experts to make complex information clear, accurate, and aligned across the organization.

The Technical Editor creates and manages technical documentation, develops templates, supports quality assurance processes, and works within systems including DOORS, LiveLink, SWSNet, and SIPRNET. The position produces briefs, reports, memorandums, formal correspondence, and other program documentation, and assists the Program Manager with systems-engineering-related tasks. The position is hybrid, typically requiring two to three or more days onsite each week, and involves less than 20% travel. It is presented as an opportunity for early-career professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited university.
• Ability to obtain a SECRET DoD security clearance.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Good interpersonal skills, including a passionate, can-do attitude.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• An active DoD or DoE security clearance.
• Eligibility for Top Secret SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain templates and template indices, ensuring they are current and aligned.
• Provide quality assurance support, including setting up and maintaining quality templates and performing quality reviews.
• Use SSP systems such as DOORS, LiveLink, SWSNet, and SIPRNET to set up and maintain program-specific and internal documentation.
• Support and contribute to internal communication tools.
• Deliver program status updates for external program reporting.
• Create program briefs, status reports, memorandums, formal letters, proposed revisions to ordnance documents (OD), Strategic Systems Programs Instructions (SSP Inst), and other documentation as required by the Program Manager.
• Assist the Program Manager with systems-engineering-related tasks for the program.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Employee benefits program supporting team members' well-being and success.
• Collaborative work environment emphasizing teamwork, creativity, and innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level