Senior Technical Editor - Remote/Hybrid Docs Lead

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Bossier City (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Editor to oversee complex programs and deliver precise, user-friendly documentation.

The role emphasizes grammar, structure, and visuals, collaborating with engineers and analysts to translate complex concepts into clear content, and managing versions and deadlines in project trackers. The ideal candidate holds a BA/BS, 5+ years in technical editing or knowledge management, proficiency with content management systems, MS

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science.
• Experience: 5+ years in technical editing, documentation, or knowledge management.
• Technical skills: Editing, structured authoring, content management systems, MS Office; AI tools; BPA techniques.
• Security clearance: Public Trust.
• US citizenship: Not required.
• Role requirements: Hybrid Bossier City, LA / Remote LA.

Responsibilities

• Produce clear, accurate, and well-structured technical documentation, including plans, procedures, reports, and customer deliverables.
• Edit and refine content for grammar, clarity, organization, and logical flow; improve tables, graphics, and diagrams.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and subject matter experts to translate complex concepts into user-friendly documentation.
• Manage document versions, status tracking, and deadlines; update project tracking tools.
• Ensure content follows templates, formatting guidelines, and accessibility standards (Section 508).
• Review requests, prioritize assignments, and communicate with project teams for clarifications.
• Conduct root cause analysis on documentation issues and recommend improvements.
• Maintain timely communication with stakeholders to ensure delivery of high-quality documents.
• Support cross-team collaboration and continuous process improvement.

Skills

Program management

Technical editing

Structured authoring

Content management systems

MS Office

AI tools

BPA techniques

Collaboration with engineers

Education

BA/BS

Tools

Microsoft Office

AI tools

BPA techniques

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Editor to oversee complex programs and deliver precise, user-friendly documentation.

The role emphasizes grammar, structure, and visuals, collaborating with engineers and analysts to translate complex concepts into clear content, and managing versions and deadlines in project trackers. The ideal candidate holds a BA/BS, 5+ years in technical editing or knowledge management, proficiency with content management systems, MS