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About this Technical Editor role at JRC Careers

JRC Careers · Hybrid · District of Columbia, United States

Who We Are (video)

At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of War (DoW) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.

🚀Join JRC's Missiles & Space Team!

We are actively searching for talented a Technical Editor and take on a central role in shaping the documentation and communication systems that support a high‑priority national security program. In this position, you’ll work closely with program managers and technical experts to ensure complex information is clear, accurate, and aligned across the organization.

You’ll create and manage technical documentation, develop templates, support quality assurance processes, and operate within established systems such as DOORS, LiveLink, and SIPRNET. Your work will include producing briefs, reports, memorandums, and formal correspondence—making you a key contributor to how program updates and decisions are communicated internally and externally.

If you enjoy translating technical details into well‑structured documents, supporting collaborative workflows, and solving problems with a proactive, can‑do mindset, this role offers an opportunity to grow your skills while supporting mission‑driven work. With a hybrid schedule, a supportive team environment, and meaningful responsibilities from day one, this position is ideal for early‑career professionals looking to make an impact.

💼 What You'll Do

  • Develop and maintain templates and template indices to ensure they are current and aligned.
  • Provide quality assurance support, including setting up and maintaining quality templates and performing quality reviews.
  • Perform tasks within SSP systems such as DOORS, LiveLink, SWSNet, SIPRNET, et cetera, to set up and maintain program-specific and internal documentation.
  • Support and contributes to internal communication tools.
  • Deliver program status updates for external program reporting.
  • Create program briefs, status reports, memorandums, formal letters, proposed revisions to ordnance documents (OD), Strategic Systems Programs Instructions (SSP Inst), and other documentation as required by the Program Manager.
  • Assist the Program Manager with systems-engineering-related tasks for the program.

🧠 What You Bring

  • A bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited university
  • Ability to obtain a SECRET DoD security clearance
  • 1+ years of relative experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and technical documentation skills
  • Works well as part of a team
  • Good interpersonal skills, including a passionate and can-do attitude
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Travel: less than 20% Position is hybrid with typically 2-3 or more days on site each week.

⭐Bonus Points

  • An active DoD or DoE security clearance with Top Secret SCI Clearance eligibility

At JRC we offer...

  • A competitive compensation package
  • An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success
  • The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact
  • A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career
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