Technical Editor
Requirements at a glance
Technical Editor at General Dynamics Electric Boat is a role. The posting asks for 4+ years of experience and a bachelor's degree. It does not mention visa sponsorship. It lists a Secret clearance requirement. Applications are submitted through iCIMS.
- Experience
- 4+ years (mentioned)
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa sponsorship
- Not mentioned in the posting
- Security clearance
- Secret
- Application platform
- iCIMS
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Overview
There’s never been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for cutting-edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefront-designing, building, and maintaining the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.
We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities, your future in shipbuilding starts here. Be part of history in the making – apply today.
D403 Technical Services is seeking a Technical Editor to edit the content of technical writing products including component manuals, and steam and electric plant manuals (SEPMs).
Key Responsibilities:
- Resolve items identified as discrepant directly with engineering, shipyard organizations, and the customer.
- Determine the technical requirements of the writing product and instruct the writer as to the format and content.
- Provide mentorship and training to new and experienced writers.
- Work with supervision to determine priorities, schedule, and work load to plan and coordinate the work of the group.
- Review and edit interactive electronic technical manuals.
- Ensure quality of products.
- Ensure that the products are prepared in accordance with published procedures and processes.
- Attend various meetings representing D403 supervision.
- Recommend and implement process improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 4+ years experience writing or using military technical manuals
- Must have an active SECRET clearance
- Experience using ARTEMIS
Preferred:
- Bachelors Degree
- Prior Military Experience
- Technical background in steam plant and/or nuclear submarine systems and components
Skills
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- Proven leadership skills
- Good communication with the ability to plan, organize, and schedule work
- Proven success directing others to accomplish tasks on time
- Ability to multi-task