Technical Editor Job at KBR, Inc in Huntsville

Overview

Title : Technical Editor

Program Summary

KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

Job Summary

The Technical Editor position supports multiple project offices within Program Executive Office (PEO) Missile and Space (M&S) performing technical writing and / or technical communications. Duties include writing and editing technical reports, requirements documentation, white papers, and other supporting documents to communicate complex and technical information. The technical editor will develop, gather, and disseminate technical information among customers, developers, and test support personnel. To ensure the production of high-quality documentation that is appropriate for its intended audience meets applicable standards, and is easy to understand, the technical editor will regularly collaborate with analysts and team leaders. In addition to documentation support, the technical editor will assist with mission critical data and documentation transfers between separate secured networks.

Responsibilities

• Edit and proofread materials written by others and provide suggested revision
• Develop and review all documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with editorial and government specifications, and adherence to standards for quality, format, style, graphics, and technical accuracy
• Gather and research technical information, including engineering and development information, for use in documentation activities
• Assemble complex technical concepts and integrate them into easily understandable text and figures
• Work in a collaborative environment with internal teams and customers on product and documentation requirements
• Build solid relationships with team members, leadership, and customers to facilitate working in a collaborative environment
• Safe, mature, and discretionary handling of sensitive data and documentation

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, union status and / or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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