Core Services Group values and respects each employee’s background and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. We seek employees who are self-starters and wish to contribute to and grow with our Cadre of diverse professionals. Our family-oriented management understands the fundamental need for a work-life balance while prioritizing employee development through skill-based teams and training. Our employee family enjoys frequent recognition events and social engagements.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Technical Editor to join our team at Core Services Group in Norfolk, VA. As a Technical Editor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and clarity of technical documents, manuals, and reports. Join us in our mission to provide top-notch technical support services to our clients.

Responsibilities:

Review and edit technical documents for grammar, punctuation, and clarity
Ensure all documentation meets company standards and industry regulations
Collaborate with subject matter experts to clarify technical details
Manage document version control and updates
Contribute to the development of style guides and templates

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, or related field
Proven experience as a technical editor or similar role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills
Familiarity with technical terminology and documentation best practices

Should possess a specialized combination of writing and information skills and IOT&E documentation experience. Specifically:

Four years understanding of scientific methods involved in T&E in order to make necessary judgments concerning validity of documents and contents -Familiarity with the Navy's current technical reporting style and common formats used by the community to describe documentation and procedures
Four years knowledge of technical subject matter, and a demonstrated proficiency in researching, writing, editing and publishing technical reports, test plans, and documents. -Sound working knowledge of the principles and techniques of composition, illustration, layout and printing
Familiarity with OPTEVFOR formatting criteria, using standard proofreader’s marks when editing, and provide clear and concise guidance for required changes
Ability to analyze the technical aspects of an IOT&E report for adherence to sound engineering concepts and principles as well as ensuring that the conclusions recommendations of the report are technically sound and flow logically from the results.
Ability to evaluate test plans for validity and review test results for reliability adequacy.
Proficiency with electronic review and routing of Microsoft documents
Familiarity with the United States Government Printing Office Style Manual.

Security Clearance:

Minimum of Secret

Overview

A Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, Core Services Group was founded in response to an emergent need for robust analytical evaluation of Navy tactical airborne electronic countermeasures systems. Core Services Group combines Naval and Joint Operational Expertise with the rigorous systems engineering methodologies of the Naval Aviation, Nuclear Power and Operational Evaluation communities to deliver quality and extremely cost effective analytical solutions to the Fleet and Systems Commands.

Website

http://www.coreservicesgroup.biz/

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Company size

11-50 employees

Includes members with current employer listed as Core Services Group, Inc., including part-time roles.

Headquarters

Virginia Beach, VA

Founded

2009

Specialties

Systems Engineering, Program Management, Operational test and evaluation design and analysis, Operational Support, Readiness Analysis & Reporting, and Doctrine Development

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1) Do you have a bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, or a related field?*

2) Do you have proven experience as a technical editor or in a similar role? Yes, 5+ years Yes, 1-4 years No experience*

3) Are you proficient in using Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat?*

4) Do you have excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills?*

5)Are you familiar with technical terminology and documentation best practices?*

6) Do you have at least four years of experience understanding scientific methods involved in T&E to assess the validity of documents and their contents?*

7) Are you familiar with the Navy's current technical reporting style and common formats used to describe documentation and procedures?*

8) Do you have four years of experience in researching, writing, editing, and publishing technical reports, test plans, and documents?*

9) Do you have a sound working knowledge of principles and techniques in composition, illustration, layout, and printing?*

10) Are you familiar with OPTEVFOR formatting criteria, standard proofreader’s marks, and can you provide clear guidance for required changes?*

11) Do you have the ability to analyze the technical aspects of an IO T&E report for sound engineering principles, logical conclusions, and recommendations?*

12) Are you able to evaluate test plans for validity and review test results for reliability and adequacy?*

13) Are you proficient with electronic review and routing of Microsoft documents?*

14) Are you familiar with the United States Government Printing Office Style Manual?*

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BENEFITS

Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits program:

Paid Time Off – accrued weekly, a single pool of time off provides maximum flexibility
Healthcare Plans – medical, dental, and vision coverage options
Retirement Savings Plan – Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer matching and immediate vesting
Income Protection – 100 percent employer-paid life, accident, short-term, and long-term disability insurance coverage
Education – tuition reimbursement programs available