Senior Technical Editor & Documentation Lead

GD Information Technology, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Flexible work weeks

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

GDIT is seeking a Technical Editor Senior to oversee complex programs and drive impactful mission outcomes. You will produce and refine documentation, collaborate with engineers and analysts, and manage content across projects with strict templates and Section 508 accessibility in mind.

The role requires a BA/BS, 5+ years in technical editing, and a Public Trust suitable clearance. Hybrid work in Bossier City, LA, or remote LA options are available, with competitive benefits and strong growth

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science or equivalent.
• Experience: 5+ years in technical editing, documentation, or knowledge management.
• Technical skills: Technical editing, structured authoring, content management systems, Microsoft Office; AI tools; BPA techniques.
• Security clearance: Public Trust
• US citizenship: No
• Role: Hybrid Bossier City, LA / Remote LA

Responsibilities

• Produce clear, accurate, and well-structured technical documentation (plans, procedures, reports, customer deliverables).
• Edit for grammar, clarity, organization, and flow; improve tables, graphics, and diagrams to professional standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and subject matter experts to translate complex concepts into user-friendly documentation.
• Manage document versions, status tracking, and deadlines using project tracking tools and organized repositories.
• Ensure content follows templates, formatting guidelines, and accessibility standards (Section 508 when applicable).
• Review incoming documentation requests, prioritize assignments, and communicate clarifications early.
• Conduct root cause analysis on documentation issues and suggest improvements to templates and workflows.
• Maintain timely, professional communication with stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Support cross-team collaboration by sharing best practices and assisting with onboarding.

Skills

Customer Service

Editing

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Content management systems

AI tools

BPA techniques

Job description

GDIT is seeking a Technical Editor Senior to oversee complex programs and drive impactful mission outcomes. You will produce and refine documentation, collaborate with engineers and analysts, and manage content across projects with strict templates and Section 508 accessibility in mind.

The role requires a BA/BS, 5+ years in technical editing, and a Public Trust suitable clearance. Hybrid work in Bossier City, LA, or remote LA options are available, with competitive benefits and strong growth