Senior Technical Editor

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Write and edit policies, standard operating procedures, and technical guides .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $76,500 - $103,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in writing and editing policies, standard operating procedures, and technical guides while ensuring compliance with DoD standards and regulations. Proficient in managing documentation processes, including the creation of various diagrams and handling sensitive information securely.

Highest-signal resume keywords

5+ Years Related ExperienceSecret ClearanceExperience Developing Technical OrdersFamiliarity With Document Management SystemsStrong Written And Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Policy WritingTechnical DocumentationDocument ReviewData-Flow DiagramsNetwork DiagramsAttention To DetailDocumentation Issue ResolutionDoD Standards ComplianceTechnical Orders DevelopmentDocument Version Management

Soft Skills

DiscretionEffective Time Management

Tools & Technologies

Document Management SystemsMicrosoft Office SuiteDoD eMass System

Industry Keywords

DoD RequirementsAir Force Time Compliance Technical OrdersTelecommunication Survey Installation PlansInstallation PlansDocumentation Classification Markings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write and edit policies, standard operating procedures, and technical guides
Review documents for accuracy and compliance and identify improvements
Handle sensitive information securely and maintain compliance with security regulations
Manage multiple documents, versions, and revisions while meeting deadlines
Maintain familiarity with document management systems and relevant tools
Create data-flow diagrams, network diagrams, elevation diagrams, charts, and graphs
Track documentation required for the ATO process
Work with DoD departments and stakeholders to gather information
Ensure paper and digital documentation meets DoD requirements and relevant regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of related experience
Secret clearance must currently be possessed
U.S. citizenship required
Experience developing Air Force Time Compliance Technical Orders or Technical Orders (TCTO's and TO's), Telecommunication Survey Installation Plans (TSIP), and Installation Plans (I-Plan)
Familiarity with Air Force time compliance technical orders, technical orders, TSIPs, and I-Plans
Attention to detail
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Proficiency in creating clear, concise, and accurate documentation
Ability to manage multiple documents, versions, and revisions effectively and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with document management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to identify and resolve documentation issues
Understanding of DoD standards, best practices, and compliance requirements
Familiarity with DoD documentation classification markings and handling classified materials
Experience with DoD eMass system for ATO applications (desired)
Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Information Technology, or Business Administration (desired)
2+ years of experience (desired)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan with company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Military leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Up to 160 hours of paid family leave in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
AI-powered career tool identifying career steps and learning opportunities
Internal mobility team focused on career goals
Competitive pay
Military-friendly workplace