Technical Writer/Editor

SAIC; United States; Remote; USD 63,000 - 116,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a talented technical editor for a remote position supporting TSA programs. The role involves reviewing and editing critical documents to ensure compliance with TSA standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have relevant experience in technical communication. This part-time role allows for flexible scheduling while fulfilling project requirements.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in technical writing or editing.
• Ability to obtain DHS suitability clearance.
• Familiarity with Government writing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and edit technical plans, reports, and briefings.
• Ensure documents follow TSA style guide.
• Attend customer meetings to take formal minutes.

Skills

Exceptional oral and written communication skills

Editing techniques

Time management

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or related field

MBA

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required None

Job ID 2506557

Location , , US

Date Posted 2025-06-10

Category Communications

Subcategory Technical Writer/Ed

Schedule Part-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel No

Minimum Clearance Required None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work Yes

Description

SAIC is seeking a technical editor to support TSA program. Come join an established team of skilled professionals supporting TSA technologies used to keep our nation’s transportation systems safe.

Position is 100% remote - candidate will work from home and must have an area to work that maintains the security of the document being reviewed. Work schedule allows flexibility within the ability to meet customer needs - may receive quick turn requests.

Candidate will be responsible for

• Reviewing and editing customer deliverables (technical plans, reports, briefings, etc.)
• Reviewing documents for spelling, grammar, and readability
• Ensuring documents follow correct template
• Ensuring documents are formatted correctly
• Verifying data is consistent throughout document
• Ensuring documents follow TSA style guide
• Working with team to ensure document review schedules are met
• Attending customer meetings, taking notes, and creating formal minutes
• Attending internal meetings to remain aware of testing documents, schedules, and milestones
• Meeting timelines and delivery dates
• Working under general direction on routine work, receiving detail instruction on new projects or assignments, and following established procedures
• Exercising judgement within defined parameters, procedures, and practices
• Supporting the Senior Quality Assurance Principal, Operations Manager/Deputy Program Manager, and Program Manager with other duties as needed
  
  

Qualifications

Candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or a scientific or technical discipline and 3 years experience or an MBA with 1 year of experience.

Be able to obtain a DHS suitability clearance (public trust)

Candidate must also

• Possess exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Be well-versed in MS Word and have strong foundational knowledge of MS PowerPoint and MS Excel
• Be knowledgeable regarding editing techniques and style guides
• Have strong time management skills
• Be able to prioritize accordingly to meet competing deadlines
• Have a positive, can-do attitude
  
  

Preferably, candidate will also

• Be familiar with Government writing
• Be familiar with writing test plans and reports
• Be familiar with analytical language

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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