Technical Editor

Peraton•McLean, VA

2d•$135,000 - $216,000

About The Position

Peraton is seeking an expert Technical Editor to provide mission-critical editorial and production support to a high-visibility customer. The editor will refine complex analytic content into accurate, polished products for senior executives, including materials supporting executive-oriented requirements. The ideal candidate brings extensive Intelligence Community (IC) editing experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced production environment with minimal to no guidance. The editor must be available for on-call editing and dissemination support as necessitated by world events.

Requirements

Current TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of relevant experience; 10 years with an MS/MA Degree or, 7 years with a PhD; 4 years experience may be used in lieu of degree
Expert-level proficiency in technical writing and editing with strong knowledge of intelligence analysis and IC writing standards
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and content management systems
Proven ability to produce high-quality analytic products under tight deadlines
Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
Experience leading or supporting teams in preparing and reviewing technical documents
Experience mentoring less experienced personnel on writing and editing best practices
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse stakeholders
Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience interacting directly with executive-level officials

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting national-level customers
Experience working in the customer’s operational environment
Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking to resolve issues without direct customer guidance

Responsibilities

Providing expert technical editing for analytic products, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with IC standards
Reviewing and editing draft materials, applying required grammar, punctuation, formatting, and style guidance to produce publication-ready documents
Managing assigned tasks within the customer’s content management system, monitoring workflow updates, and responding to real-time direction for an Executive Branch–oriented product line
Coordinating iterative editing with authors and stakeholders to strengthen content, structure, and messaging
Editing and integrating graphics in collaboration with visual designers and cartographers to ensure aligned, cohesive final products
Working with front office personnel to obtain final approval on products
Preparing final deliverables in Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat PDF documents and coordinating with dissemination officers for timely distribution
Disseminating, posting, and delivering intelligence products as required by the customer
Engaging with senior officials and diverse stakeholders to facilitate clear communication and alignment with mission requirements
Mentoring customer personnel to improve writing, editing, and production skills
Ensuring all products adhere to applicable standards, style guides, and production processes