Senior Intelligence Technical Editor

Peraton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an Expert Technical Editor to provide mission-critical editorial and production support for a high-visibility customer in McLean, VA. The editor will refine complex analytic content into accurate, polished products for senior executives, including materials supporting White House–oriented requirements.

The editor will work a staggered four-day schedule from 10:00am to 8:00pm Eastern Time, staying on site until products are complete and available for on-call editing as needed.

Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI clearance or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of relevant experience; 10 years with an MS/MA degree or 7 years with a PhD.
• 4 years experience may be used in lieu of degree.
• Expert-level proficiency in technical writing and editing with strong IC writing standards.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and content management systems.
• Ability to produce high-quality analytic products under tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience mentoring staff on writing and editing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical editing for analytic products ensuring accuracy and IC standards.
• Review and edit draft materials for grammar, punctuation, formatting, and style.
• Manage tasks within the customer’s content management system and track workflows.
• Coordinate iterative editing with authors and stakeholders to strengthen content.
• Edit and integrate graphics with visual designers and cartographers.
• Work with front office to obtain final product approvals.
• Prepare final deliverables in MS Word and Adobe Acrobat PDF; coordinate dissemination.
• Disseminate, post, and deliver intelligence products as required.
• Engage with senior officials to facilitate clear communication and alignment.
• Mentor customer personnel to improve writing and production skills.
• Ensure all products adhere to standards, style guides, and production processes.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

IC writing standards

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Content management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

MS/MA degree

PhD

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Content management systems

Job description

Peraton is seeking an Expert Technical Editor to provide mission-critical editorial and production support for a high-visibility customer in McLean, VA. The editor will refine complex analytic content into accurate, polished products for senior executives, including materials supporting White House–oriented requirements.

The editor will work a staggered four-day schedule from 10:00am to 8:00pm Eastern Time, staying on site until products are complete and available for on-call editing as needed.