Technical Editor

Link Solutions, Inc.•Adelphi, MD

31d•$46,000 - $77,000•Onsite

About The Position

Link Solutions is seeking a Technical Editor to join our team at Adelphi, MD. Must be a US Citizen DoD Secret Clearance required Non-remote (relocation incentive available) The Technical Editor will be responsible for reviewing, editing, and refining a variety of technical and process documentation to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with organizational standards. You will coordinate with subject matter experts, writers, and project teams to enhance the quality and consistency of deliverables. Join a team of dedicated professionals at an industry-leading organization, where you will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that contribute to national security. This position offers significant opportunities for career advancement and professional growth while supporting critical missions and operations.

Requirements

Must be a US Citizen.
Must have active DoD Secret Clearance.
BA/BS Degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or related field.
Five (5+) years of relevant experience working in technical editing or writing.
IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.).
Understanding of technical writing/editing best practices, document structuring, and audience adaptation.
Experience creating and modifying documentation for technical processes and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting the development of Army or DoD IT documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
A problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems.
Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

Review and edit technical documentation for grammar, spelling, structure, clarity, and completeness.
Verify that documents meet ARL and organizational style guides and quality standards.
Collaborate with authors to resolve content issues such as incomplete instructions, unclear language, or redundant sections.
Provide editing support for a wide range of documents, including training materials, technical manuals, process documentation, and formal deliverables.
Maintain and update the organizational style guide; propose improvements as needed.
Ensure that final documents are consistent, accurate, and ready for submission or publication.
Conduct quality control checks on written products to meet government and contractual requirements.
Support documentation development life cycles from draft through final approval.
Coordinate with technical teams, project managers, and support staff to maintain version control and accuracy of deliverables.