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Technical Editor with Security Clearance

Insight Global, Inc.Charlottesville, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 2 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Leverage your editing expertise to contribute to critical modeling and simulation programs, with a clear path to a permanent role and a competitive hourly rate of $48-$77. If you possess an active Secret clearance, a strong background in technical documentation, and a keen eye for detail, this on-site position in Charlottesville, VA, offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career within a reputable organization.

Quick Overview

Salary
$48 - $77/hr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
On Site
Location
Charlottesville, VA, United States
Posted
1 week ago
Microsoft Word

Job Description

Position Secret Technical Editor
Company Booz Allen Hamilton
Duration: 6 month contract to hire, you will convert perm after 6 months
Location On-site in Charlottesville, VA
Pay Rate: $48-$77/hour pay rate REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Active Secret Clearance • Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of technical writing, proofreading, and editing experience; OR Master's degree and 1+ years of related experience; OR 7+ years' of experience in lieu of a degree • Experience editing technical documentation such as reports, manuals, test plans, letters, and briefing materials • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat • Ability to review and edit content from multiple contributors for consistency, clarity, grammar, and compliance • Excellent written communication and proofreading skills NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
  • Active Top Secret Clearance • Experience using LaTeX Editor • Experience creating or modifying document styles, cross-references, bibliographies, and tables of contents • Experience supporting technical or engineering teams with documentation efforts • Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) systems • Experience working in modeling and simulation (M&S) environments • Strong verbal communication and collaboration skills • Ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines • Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Literature, Engineering, or a Science-related field • Society for Technical Communication (STC) coursework or certifications JOB DESCRIPTION
Insight Global is seeking a Secret Technical Editor to support a government-focused team responsible for modeling and simulation (M&S) programs in Charlottesville, VA. This individual will review, edit, and proofread a variety of technical documentation, including user manuals, test plans, technical reports, briefing materials, and other deliverables. The ideal candidate has experience ensuring technical documents are accurate, well-organized, grammatically correct, and maintain a consistent voice across multiple contributors. This person will work independently while collaborating with engineers, analysts, and technical teams to produce high-quality documentation supporting mission-critical efforts.

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