Editorial Technician III: Testing & Data Specialist

Socket.dev; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

Mentorship and career development

Job summary

Dexis seeks an Editorial Technician III to support a large Army test program. The role covers data collection, technical writing, and editorial review across automotive and ordnance materiel. Primary onsite work in Aberdeen, MD, with CONUS/OCONUS travel as needed and contract-award contingencies.

The incumbent will ensure factual accuracy, resolve inconsistencies with authors, and advise on documentation with varied formats. Strong editing skills and security clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Eight years of experience as Editorial Technician or six years with an Associate’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, Mass Communications, or Science with four years of editing experience.
• Proficient in the advanced functionality of Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat.
• High school diploma required.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical documents with extensive terminology and clarity.
• Interpret text to ensure internal consistency.
• Locate sources and verify factual information.
• Identify documents requiring major reorganization and raise with leadership.
• Provide technical assistance on publications with varied styles.
• Proofread final copy to ensure clarity and error-free submission.

Skills

Editorial experience

Technical writing

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

English proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree in English/Journalism/Technical Writing

Bachelor’s degree in English/Journalism/Communications/Science/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word (Advanced)

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Dexis seeks an Editorial Technician III to support a large Army test program. The role covers data collection, technical writing, and editorial review across automotive and ordnance materiel. Primary onsite work in Aberdeen, MD, with CONUS/OCONUS travel as needed and contract-award contingencies.

The incumbent will ensure factual accuracy, resolve inconsistencies with authors, and advise on documentation with varied formats. Strong editing skills and security clearance eligibility are required.