Technical Editor

CACI International

22h

About The Position

CACI is seeking a Mid-Level Technical Editor to work in support of CACI’s mission critical DIA program located in Reston, VA and Washington DC. More About the Role: As the selected candidate, you will be responsible for: Determining the clearest and most logical way to present information and instructions for greatest reader comprehension and writes and edits technical information accordingly. Preparing or commissioning graphics and illustrations to elaborate on or complement technical writing. Meeting with subject matter experts in order to ensure that specialized topics are appropriately addressed and discussed. Managing updates and revisions to technical documents. Managing client delivery expectations and provide status, feedback, and project updates to both the customer and the project teams. Producing, proof-reading, editing, and formatting technical documentation to include design specifications, procedures, plans, and projects. Gathering information and conducting other research in order to convey technical material in a concise and effective manner. Complying with all applicable specifications, standards, and other project constraints to include the DIA style guide and DIA product line specifications. Preparing reports, responses, and briefings targeted to a wide range of audiences.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, with an active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain a CI Poly
• Five (5) years’ experience as a Technical Editor in programs and contracts of similar scope is preferred.
• BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Four (4) years of additional Technical Editor experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Working understanding of the DIA Style Guide, DIA Analytic Design, and ICD203 & ICD 206.
• Deep experience in the DIA product line.
• Ability to interact comfortably with Senior Government Leadership and Team members on a day-to-day basis.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple independent threads of work and interaction simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently on a complex task with little direction, supervision, and management oversight.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in English, Journalism, or Technical Writing.
• Expert understanding of MS Word, Excel, and Power Point, Teams, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• 6+ years of experience writing/editing intelligence documents, summaries, briefings, etc.
• Relevant exposure to US foreign policy, national CWMD objectives, and the interagency coordination process.
• 5+ years of experience utilizing ICD standards 203 and 206.

Responsibilities

• Determining the clearest and most logical way to present information and instructions for greatest reader comprehension and writes and edits technical information accordingly.
• Preparing or commissioning graphics and illustrations to elaborate on or complement technical writing.
• Meeting with subject matter experts in order to ensure that specialized topics are appropriately addressed and discussed.
• Managing updates and revisions to technical documents.
• Managing client delivery expectations and provide status, feedback, and project updates to both the customer and the project teams.
• Producing, proof-reading, editing, and formatting technical documentation to include design specifications, procedures, plans, and projects.
• Gathering information and conducting other research in order to convey technical material in a concise and effective manner.
• Complying with all applicable specifications, standards, and other project constraints to include the DIA style guide and DIA product line specifications.
• Preparing reports, responses, and briefings targeted to a wide range of audiences.

Benefits

• We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
• For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.
• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
• We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities.
• Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.
• At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees