Technical Editor Job at Core Services Group in Virginia Beach

About the Role:
We are seeking a Technical Editor to join our team at Core Services Group in Norfolk, VA. As a Technical Editor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and clarity of technical documents, manuals, and reports. Join us in our mission to provide top-notch technical support services to our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Review and edit technical documents for grammar, punctuation, and clarity
• Ensure all documentation meets company standards and industry regulations
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to clarify technical details
• Manage document version control and updates
• Contribute to the development of style guides and templates

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, or related field
• Proven experience as a technical editor or similar role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Familiarity with technical terminology and documentation best practices

Should possess a specialized combination of writing and information skills and IOT&E documentation experience. Specifically:

• Four years understanding of scientific methods involved in T&E in order to make necessary judgments concerning validity of documents and contents -Familiarity with the Navy's current technical reporting style and common formats used by the community to describe documentation and procedures
• Four years knowledge of technical subject matter, and a demonstrated proficiency in researching, writing, editing and publishing technical reports, test plans, and documents. -Sound working knowledge of the principles and techniques of composition, illustration, layout and printing
• Familiarity with OPTEVFOR formatting criteria, using standard proofreaders marks when editing, and provide clear and concise guidance for required changes
• Ability to analyze the technical aspects of an IOT&E report for adherence to sound engineering concepts and principles as well as ensuring that the conclusions recommendations of the report are technically sound and flow logically from the results.
• Ability to evaluate test plans for validity and review test results for reliability adequacy.
• Proficiency with electronic review and routing of Microsoft documents
• Familiarity with the United States Government Printing Office Style Manual.

Security Clearance:

• Minimum of Secret