Technical Editor at General Dynamics Information Technology – Ramstein-Miesenbach, Rheinland-Pfalz

DEU Ramstein - Air Base (APC164)
Full time
RQ217861
Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Program Delivery and Execution

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Desktop Publishing (DTP), Information Technology (IT), Microsoft Office 365, Technical Writing Editing (Inactive)
Certifications:
None
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

TECHNICAL EDITOR

Position Overview:
We are seeking a meticulous and skilled Technical Editor to join our team in providing critical Department of War (DoW) Information Technology (IT) support services. The ideal candidate will possess a strong command of the English language, proficiency in Microsoft Office products, and experience with desktop publishing. This individual will perform technical editing of documents, collaborate with IT professionals, and ensure that all deliverables are accurately presented to the government in a concise and professional manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, edit, and format technical documentation, reports, and presentations to ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity.
• Collaborate with Information Technology professionals and the Government customer to gather, organize, and refine technical information.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail, ensuring correct grammar, spelling, syntax, and adherence to established style guides.
• Provide editing support for a variety of routine deliverables, including but not limited to:
  • Monthly Status Reports
  • Presentations to government stakeholders
  • Technical documentation related to IT services.
• Apply desktop publishing tools and software as needed for documentation design and formatting.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of templates, style guides, and editorial standards for project teams.
• Assist in ensuring all submissions meet specified requirements, guidelines, and deadlines.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and desktop publishing software.
• Exceptional command of the English language, including excellent grammar, spelling, and syntax skills.
• Proven experience in technical editing and document management within a professional setting.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and technical subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting Department of War (DoW) projects or other government contracts.
• Familiarity with DoW-specific style guides and document formats.
• Experience or understanding of Information Technology (IT) concepts and terminology.
• Adobe Creative Suite or advanced formatting tool experience.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or a related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 3-5 years of experience in technical editing, ideally within the IT, DoW, or government contracting space.

Clearance Requirements: Secret

Additional Requirements: Candidate must meet Germany TESA requirements as follows:

Germany:

• A Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of recent specialized experience; or
• Associates Degree and seven (7) years of recent specialized experience; or
• No degree and 11 years or recent specialized experience.

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The likely salary range for this position is $68,000 - $92,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Total compensation for international positions varies by tax, social security, and immigration statuses, as well as location. Generally, an international assignment may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits, above base salary range noted.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
International

Additional Work Locations:

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