Technical Editor

Aptive Resources

. Edit technical brochures, standard operating procedures, research reports, technical summaries, and other highly technical Federal Highway Administration documents .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical writing and editing, with a strong command of the GPO Style Manual and Chicago Manual of Style. Capable of managing the full lifecycle of technical documents while ensuring compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements.

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Technical WritingGPO Style Manual ExpertiseSection 508 Accessibility ComplianceCopyediting and ProofreadingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Technical WritingEditingProofreadingFact-CheckingDocument FormattingData TransformationSchematic IntegrationPublication ManagementResearch Report WritingStandard Operating Procedure Development

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCritical ThinkingTime ManagementCommunicationCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Federal Highway AdministrationTransportation ResearchTechnical PublicationsClient Relationship ManagementPublic Trust Clearance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Edit technical brochures, standard operating procedures, research reports, technical summaries, and other highly technical Federal Highway Administration documents
Transform raw data and engineering/technical jargon into authoritative, publication-ready documents
Perform reference checking, fact-checking, and copyright compliance reviews
Apply the GPO Style Manual and Chicago Manual of Style to ensure consistency
Integrate complex schematics and data tables with narrative text
Collaborate with engineers, researchers, and technical staff to clarify complex technical concepts
Manage the full lifecycle of assigned documents from outline through final publication, including online and web publishing
Perform copyediting, proofreading, substantive editing/rewriting, and formatting for print and electronic deliverables
Ensure deliverables comply with Section 508 accessibility requirements and the TFHRC R&D Communication Reference Guide
Provide technical editing and publications support for federal research or transportation communications programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years of experience in technical writing or documentation
Experience in highway or surface transportation research is preferred
Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, or a related scientific/technical field
Expert-level command of the GPO Style Manual
Working knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style
Demonstrated experience ensuring Section 508 accessibility compliance for technical publications
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Ability to manage competing deadlines
Experience supporting complex projects and transformation efforts within the federal government
Experience supporting complex client relationships
Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
Strong analytical and time-management skills
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work well with others
Ability to communicate thoughts, ideas, and solutions logically, both written and orally
Ability to stay calm under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Ability to receive feedback from clients and implement changes quickly and effectively
Ability to get up to speed quickly on complex issues
Desire to work in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply
Remote work is anticipated
Occasional travel for client engagements may be required