Position Title: Technical Editor II
Location: Mc Lean, VA, (occasional support at FHWA HQ, Washington, DC)
Clearance required: Unclassified. Requires USDOT badge and favorable National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI, low risk / non-sensitive); E-Verify required
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Act as the final gatekeeper for high-stakes deliverables, editing technical brochures, standard operating procedures, research reports, technical summaries, and other highly technical documents.
- Transform raw data and engineering jargon into authoritative documents meeting stringent agency requirements, including reference checking, fact checking, and copyright compliance.
- Ensure complex schematics and data tables integrate seamlessly with narrative text for technical review and public transparency.
- Work closely with engineers and developers to distill complex technical concepts into clear communications.
- Work independently, managing the full lifecycle of a document from outline to final publication.
- Bachelor's Degree in Technical Writing, English, or a related scientific/technical field.
- 3-10 years of experience in technical writing or documentation.
- Expert-level command of the GPO Style Manual.
Desired Qualifications:
- Transportation experience, especially in highway and surface transportation.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, or a related scientific or technical field
- 3-10 years of experience in technical writing or documentation
- Expert-level command of the GPO Style Manual
- USDOT badge and favorable National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI), low risk/non-sensitive
- E-Verify verification
- Transportation experience, especially highway and surface transportation
What We Do
We are a provider of Information Technology (IT) professional services, software solutions and professional development training. Our core competencies evolved from leveraging IT enablers for knowledge management with an emphasis on Web Based Knowledge Portals and Portal Services, Server/System Services, SharePoint Development and System Administration and SQL Server Services. Our capabilities have expanded to include software development, technical training support and field support services. Our Mission Combine technical expertise, innovative approaches, and operational experience to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. Our Vision A corporate family driven to lead globally with innovative vision, flawless execution, continuous adaptability and a profound appreciation for the missions we serve. Guiding Principles Satisfy the customer – “Exceed expectations” Set the Example – “Be out front” Be Responsive – “Timing is everything” Persevere – “Find a way” Please also visit PTP Talent Acquisition on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/ptptalentacquisition
