Technical Editor

Bart & Associates LLC•Reston, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Technical Editor Celestar, a B&A Company, is seeking a Technical Editor – Mid Level to perform duties in Reston, VA. If interested and qualified, we welcome you to apply for this challenging opportunity.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a related field; Minimum eight (8) years of experience conducting analysis relevant to the position, with at least a portion of the experience within the last two (2) years; Bachelor’s Degree in an area related to Technical Editing – Preferred.
Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to apply Intelligence Community (IC) and DoD classification guidelines and procedures
Work semi-independently with oversight and direction
Ability to use logic when evaluating and synthesizing multiple sources of information
Understanding of interpreting analysis to include, but not limited to, its meaning, importance, and implications
Defend analytic judgments with sound, logical conclusions and adapt analytic judgments when presented with new information, evolving conditions, or unexpected developments
Produce timely, logical, and concise analytic reports, documents, assessments, studies, and briefing materials in formats including Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), electronic/soft copy matrices, and/or web-enabled formats
Communicate complex issues clearly in a concise and organized manner, both verbally and non-verbally, with strong grammar skills
Proficiency using Microsoft Office tools
Develop structured research, including, but not limited to, obtaining, evaluating, organizing, and maintaining information within security and data protocols
Recognize nuances and resolve contradictions and inconsistencies in information
Comprehensive mission knowledge and skills that affirm completion of all developmental training and experiences for the labor category
Communicate understanding from information that may be incomplete, indirect, highly complex, seemingly unrelated, and/or technically advanced
Structure analytic questions based on trends in reporting and a range of analytic perspectives from other analysts, organizations, and intelligence disciplines
Collaborate and work with other IC members on information sharing, driving collection, and addressing analytic disputes and conflict resolution
Develop concise, insightful, and comprehensive products for defense intelligence
Guide teams in researching multifaceted or critical problems
Knowledge and expertise regarding DIA and DNI analytic tradecraft, standards and styles, and the IC analytic production process, templates, and guidance
Conduct source checks and classification reviews for analytic products (ICD 206 or subsequent revisions
Proficiency in translating analytic production data into quantifiable metrics
Experience using RMT, TAC, M3, MIDB, NPW, Microsoft Access, and Excel database programming
Experience performing production management responsibilities such as Analytic product scheduling and tracking, Analytic Metrics, Management of UFAC analytic dissemination, and product verification process
TS/SCI with CI Poly

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in an area related to Technical Editing – Preferred.

Responsibilities

Review intelligence products for proper grammar, punctuation, and syntax, as well as for logic, clarity, and consistency
Ensure that style and format conform to agency publication standards and that language presentation is consistent with prescribed style guides and specialized vocabulary of subject matter fields
Amend draft tables, tone boxes, and graphics to ensure the content supports and is consistent with the accompanying text
Ensure proper classification markings in accordance with IC guidance
Work with authors to revise products for narrative organization, and negotiate further revisions as needed

Benefits

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full-time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A-sponsored training and certifications, pet insurance, commuter transit benefits, and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU).
B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.
The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check-ins, personal development, financial management, stress management seminars, and more
A formal mentorship program
Job shadowing and cross-training opportunities
Brand Ambassador program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources including counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
Monthly teambuilding events
B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more