Technical Editor, Mid

Booz Allen Hamilton; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Technical Editor at mid level to advance organizational performance through rigorous editing and strategic guidance. The role emphasizes detailed proofreading and cross-functional collaboration across strategy, processes, and information technology in a government/private context.

Applicants should have TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph, a relevant bachelor's degree, and several years of writing/editing experience.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with technical editing in a government or private environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
• Ability to proofread for grammar and punctuation with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail.
• Ability to support shift work.
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience with writing or editing, or 7+ years of experience with writing or editing in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Apply a broad understanding of quantitative and qualitative analysis to improve organizational performance through changes to strategy, organization structure, processes, human capital or culture, and information technology.
• Make recommendations on how to capitalize on opportunities to improve client performance.
• Advise on how to improve operations and serve as a practitioner with multiple areas of expertise that span across management advising pillars, as well as other functional communities.

Skills

Technical editing

Attention to detail

Grammar & proofreading

Shift work

MS Office proficiency

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in writing or editing

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Outlook

Job description

Join a culture of empowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that support your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

Apply a broad understanding of both quantitative and qualitative analysis and recommendations to improve organizational performance through changes to strategy, organization structure, processes, human capital or culture, and information technology. Make recommendations on how to capitalize on opportunities to improve client performance. Advise on how to improve operations and serve as a practitioner with multiple areas of expertise that span across management advising pillars, as well as other functional communities.

You Have:

• 1+ years of experience with technical editing in a government or private environment
• Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook
• Ability to proofread for grammar and punctuation with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail
• Ability to support shift work
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience with writing or editing, or 7+ years of experience with writing or editing in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have:

• Knowledge of DoD intelligence editing standards and styles
• Knowledge of Community Authorized Classification and Control Markings
• Ability to manage multiple publication projects and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Technical Editor, Mid

The Opportunity:

Apply a broad understanding of both quantitative and qualitative analysis and recommendations to improve organizational performance through changes to strategy, organization structure, processes, human capital or culture, and information technology. Make recommendations on how to capitalize on opportunities to improve client performance. Advise on how to improve operations and serve as a practitioner with multiple areas of expertise that span across management advising pillars, as well as other functional communities.

You Have:

• 1+ years of experience with technical editing in a government or private environment
• Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook
• Ability to proofread for grammar and punctuation with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail
• Ability to support shift work
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience with writing or editing, or 7+ years of experience with writing or editing in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have:

• Knowledge of DoD intelligence editing standards and styles
• Knowledge of Community Authorized Classification and Control Markings
• Ability to manage multiple publication projects and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.