Technical Editor Senior

Job Description

Technical editor to support Surface Ship Torpedo Defense (SSTD) Vertical Launch Systems (VLS) technical documentation requirements for US Navy and Foreign Military Sales (FMS)

Provide support for the review, editing and development of SSTD and VLS technical procedures, processes, and manuals that are published in MS Office applications, Adobe PDFs and IETM’s.Collaborate with other Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) team members in the development, production and distribution of SSTD and VLS technical documentation materials within GDIT and to various government customers.Be responsible for SSTD and VLS, Configuration Management (CM) support using iPDM, CDMD-OA, CIDMS and other pertinent Logistics/Configuration Management Systems.Gather, process, analyze, reconcile, edit and enter SSTD and VLS systems engineering data and fleet modernization data in support of Ship Alteration Systems, Temporary Alteration Records, Engineering Change Orders, Engineering Change Proposals, Navy Training System Plans and Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals.

  Education

Bachelor degree in any field with five (5) years of professional experience in developing and editing technical documentation (additional experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree)

Qualifications

Minimum of five years’ experience working with engineering and technical personnel developing and publishing technical materialsExperience developing, editing and publishing Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) using SGML applications such as Arbortext or MadCap FlareProficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat software applicationsBackground supporting Configuration Management  Previous US Navy ASW +background preferred, but not required

Secret clearance or eligible to obtain

Must be a US Citizen

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays