Editor / Tech Writer SME I

Hive Group, LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid leave

Federal holidays

Professional development

Lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Hive Group, LLC is seeking a meticulous Editor/Technical Writer SME I to support GSA AAS documents, SOPs, and strategic communications. The role requires familiarity with FAR/DFARS and strong Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace usage, plus AI-assisted editing.

Location offers remote or hybrid work; on-site one day weekly if near Hive Group HQ within 50 miles. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Business, Education, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of two years of professional experience as an Editor, Technical Writer, Communications SME, or Acquisition SME, preferably in a Federal acquisition environment.
• Fluency in both Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace; hands-on AI editing tools experience.

Responsibilities

• Edit complex Federal acquisition documentation, SOPs, and strategic communications with high accuracy and on-time delivery.
• Reorganize and refine technical content to ensure clarity and reduce ambiguity.
• Identify risks in acquisition documents and propose solutions prior to final submission.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

AI writing tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Business, Education, or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Google Gemini

USAi

PerfectIt

Job description

Position Summary

Hive Group, a HUBZone-certified SDVOSB and multiple award-winning organization, delivers innovative solutions for complex, mission-critical federal programs. We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Editor / Technical Writer SME I to support our General Services Administration (GSA) Assisted Acquisition Services (AAS) client. In this role, you will be responsible for editing complex Federal acquisition documentation, standard operating procedures, and strategic communications.

The ideal candidate possesses some familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), demonstrates advanced knowledge and technical experience across both Microsoft and Google productivity suites, and has experience integrating AI-driven writing, research, and editing tools to streamline reviews and improve document quality.

Location: This is a Remote or Hybrid role. Personnel located within 50 miles of the Hive Group Headquarters will be required to be on site a minimum of one day per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute high-quality reviews of Government acquisition documents, ensuring 100% on-time delivery while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance with business processes, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and templates.
• Reorganize and refine technical content to ensure the author's purpose is immediately clear and free of all ambiguity.
• Analyze complex technical requirements critically, identifying potential risks and inconsistencies in acquisition documents and proactively recommend solutions to resolve issues before final submission.
• Complete assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, terminology, and accuracy. Correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors. Edit content for consistency in style and tone.
• Review multiple documents simultaneously, while working both independently and with other Technical Writers (e.g., Peer reviews).
• Proofread and recommend revisions or changes in content and format to improve readability and overall document quality.
• Collect and document quantitative and qualitative metrics to enable trend analysis.
• Utilize Microsoft 365 (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace (i.e., Docs, Sheets, Slides), AI assistants (e.g., Google Gemini and USAi), and available editing tools (e.g., PerfectIt) to streamline review processes, significantly reduce manual formatting time, and enhance content quality and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., preferably English, Communications, Journalism, Business, Education, or a closely related degree).
• Minimum of two years of professional experience as an Editor, Technical Writer, Communications SME, or Acquisition SME, preferably in a Federal acquisition environment.
• Fluency in both Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Comfort, familiarity, and hands-on experience using modern AI technologies and platforms to support writing, research, and editing workflows.

Compensation and Benefits

The estimated compensation range for this position is between $80,000 and $100,000 annually. Actual salary is determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s specialized skills, certifications, and years of experience.

Hive Group offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement contributions, paid leave, federal holidays, professional development opportunities, and lifestyle benefits.

A Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Hive Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer dedicated to fair and unbiased employment decisions. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex (including gender and transgender status), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic partner or civil union status, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our hiring and promotion decisions are based exclusively on an individual's qualifications and suitability for the role.