Description:
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Technical Editing Specialist for an opportunity in El Segundo, CA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): Minimum Requirements: " Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or a related discipline " Five years of related experience " Proficient with technical editing procedures " Proven expertise in spelling, punctuation, grammar, and style guides, with a focus on Chicago Manual of Style and AP Style " Familiarity with advanced MS Office features for Word, PowerPoint, Excel (document formatting, templates, restrictions, etc.) " Ability to work under deadline and manage multiple projects simultaneously " Ability to quickly learn and retain complex procedures " Attention to detail and consistency across an entire project and the ability to follow through " Needs to express ideas logically, clearly and concisely " Proficient in Adobe applications (primarily Acrobat but Illustrator and Photoshop a plus) " Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. " Ability to use a computer to complete activities. " Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone and telepresence. " While performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environment. " U.S citizenship is required to work on certain sensitive but unclassified documents, although a security clearance is not required. Skills: More emphasis on copy editing experience (esp. Chicago Manual of Style).
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides technical editing and formatting of reports and journal publications. Checks documents for spelling, grammar, punctuation, consistency, and content problems. Ensures that documents follow the organization's style guide. " Proofreads and edits technical copy to ensure consistency, cohesiveness, grammatical accuracy, readability, and compliance with security and contractual requirements. " Refines and organizes document input; edits and proofreads text, artwork, tables, graphs, and mathematical materials. " Plans and coordinates preparation of illustrative material, reproduction, and other publications services. " Advises authors/requestors of the preparation, development, approval, and scheduling of technical and administrative material for internal or external publication. " Prepares cost estimates and project work orders. " Assists other department personnel in production of various projects, as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): " Project management experience is preferred " Prior experience working with government/DOD programs and related document markings " Section 508 compliance formatting skill a plus " Experience with AI-assisted editing tools
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
5 or more years of relevant experience with Bachelor's degree, or 3 or more years of relevant experience with Master's degree School must be accredited.
HOURS: 5/40 workweek. 1st shift. 7AM to 4PM
Job Number:
214756
Job Location:
El Segundo, CA
Rate:
Up to $52.00 DOE
Duration:
5 months
Input Date:
08/13/2025
Last Updated:
08/13/2025
Firm Name:
CHIPTON ROSS
Attention:
LaVada Pulley
Address:
420 CULVER BLVD
City, State:
PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone:
310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone:
800/927-9318
Fax Phone:
310/414-7808
Email:lpulley@chiptonross.com Website:www.chiptonross.com