Technical Editor

Battelle delivers research and development, manages national laboratories, designs and manufactures products, and delivers critical services for clients—including multi-national corporations, small start-ups, and government agencies. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

About the Role

Battelle's Infrastructure Safety and Security (ISS) business is pursuing a high-profile support program for a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) client. The scope of this program includes a full spectrum of research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) support. This full-time position is located in the greater Washington, DC area.

The Technical Editor will review and provide detailed editorial feedback on technical documents related to systems engineering, T&E, policies, requirements, and standards. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage time-sensitive reviews, and deep familiarity with DHS T&E policy and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Review technical documents related to systems engineering, T&E, policies, requirements, and standards, and develop detailed comments, corrections, questions, and improvement recommendations in comment matrix or narrative format.
• Participate in comment adjudication meetings when requested, contributing subject matter expertise to resolve editorial and technical discrepancies.
• Manage priorities and schedules to flexibly support time-sensitive document reviews and provide rapid recommended responses.
• Support program planning and oversight activities, including exercise development, execution, and evaluation.
• Assist with system-level analysis and system integration support, including assessment of threats and vulnerabilities as they relate to documented requirements and standards.
• Support technical assessment and evaluation activities to complement government technical experts in applying acquisition efforts and RDT&E toward the DHS mission.
• Communicate findings and recommendations effectively in written and verbal formats to diverse stakeholders, including senior government personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience in technical writing or editing.
• Experience with T&E policies, requirements, and standards.
• DHS T&E Level 1, DAWIA T&E Foundational Level 1, and/or CTEP (Certified Test and Evaluation Professional) certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Secret level clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting DHS programs.
• Active DHS Suitability.
• Experience providing assistance with program planning and oversight, exercise development and execution, and program evaluation.
• Experience with system-level analysis, system integration support, and understanding of threats and vulnerabilities.
• Experience with technical assessment and evaluation to support government technical experts in applying acquisition efforts and RDT&E toward accomplishing the DHS mission.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $79,700 – $113,500 per year. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Compressed work schedule allowing for every other Friday off.
• Work Flexibility: Hybrid arrangement with 60% in-office and 40% remote, typically with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days.
• Paid Time Off: Paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives, plus optional supplemental benefits. Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care, and family formation support.
• Financial Future: Industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 5% employer contribution (regardless of employee contribution) and matching contributions.
• Education: Tuition assistance for pursuing higher education.

Battelle fosters a collaborative environment where you can apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects, partner with world-class experts, and nurture the next generation of scientific leaders.