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ICF

Technical Writer

Washington, DC · Remote

... Technical Editor who can bring clarity, structure, and precision to a wide range of technical ... Remote in DC As aTechnicalEditor,youwill: * Provide editorial support on a wide variety of ...

YO AI Labs

AI Consulting Expert - Remote

Washington, DC · Remote

$100 - $200/hr

Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced AI Consulting Domain Experts to contribute their ... Technical & Report Writing * Business Communication * Content Review & Editing * Data ...

Sparks Group

Senior Editor

College Park, MD · Remote

$30 - $35/hr

This is a fully remote, part-time (30 hours per week), contract opportunity that will run through ... Experience with scientific and technical content preferred. * Exceptional writing, editing, and ...

ICF

Quality Assurance Editor - On-call

Reston, VA · Remote

They collaborate with project managers, instructional designers, technical writer/editors, and ... Position is remote. Bot and Third-Party Applications Please note that this application must be ...

History Factory

Video Editor

Washington, DC · Remote

C. (Hybrid/Remote options available) About History Factory At History Factory, we believe a company ... Technical Arsenal: Expert-level mastery of Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects (mandatory), with ...

U.S. Marine Corps

EDITOR

Quantico, VA · On-site

$70K - $111K/yr

... remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for ... editing historical and scholarly monographs and journal articles for publication using the Chicago ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote technical editor in Washington, DC is $76,502.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,100.00 and $90,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote Technical Editor reviews, edits, and refines technical content such as manuals, reports, and documentation to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency. They work remotely, collaborating with writers, engineers, and subject matter experts to improve readability and adherence to industry standards. Strong attention to detail, proficiency in technical writing styles, and familiarity with relevant tools are essential. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage deadlines efficiently.

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Infographic showing various Remote Technical Editor job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,278 per year, or $39.1 per hour.

Technical Editor

Greystones Consulting Group LLC

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Greystones Group is a fast-growing woman-owned small business supporting the Warfighter with best-in-class artificial intelligence and big data analytics capabilities. Our capabilities include mission planning, operational support, leader development and education, cybersecurity, electronic warfare, and information technology solutions.

We are looking for dedicated and motivated candidates that can grow with the company. At Greystones, we recognize that everyone brings their own important skill sets and unique talents to create a highly competent team to deliver quality solutions. We ensure that each member?s needs are addressed effectively, and our employees are not just a number. We offer a close-knit community that ensures your growth and development in a setting that provides world-class support to our customers.

Greystones Group has an opportunity for a Technical Writer/Editor to support a Navy customer in the Washington D.C. area. This project is in support of implementing process improvements and policy updates. This candidate will develop, review, and manage technical documentation in support of Department of Navy programs. This position will be in the Washington D.C. area; however, if the candidate?s unique skills and experience would result in considerable value added to the customer, the position can be performed at remote locations and/or telework.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Remote

Salary range starting at $55k

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, write, edit, and format a variety of documents including memorandums, instructions, policy documentation, and correspondence/documentation.
  • Ensure all documentation complies with DoD/DoN policies.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), engineers, program managers, and stakeholders to gather source material and technical data.
  • Edit documents for clarity, consistency, grammar, style, and adherence to required templates and standards.
  • Support the development of program documentation required for milestone reviews and audits.
  • Maintain version control of technical documents and ensure proper document configuration management.
  • Assist with preparing materials for briefings, proposals, and official submissions.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor?s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management or related discipline, ten (10) or more years of experience in creating/editing technical materials -OR
  • High school degree, fifteen (15) or more years of experience of operations management support, and thirteen (13) or more years of experience in creating/editing technical materials.
  • Specialized experience in Navy Modernization, Engineering Change Management or ISO 9001 - QMS and CMMI Level III Principles and Practices is a plus.
  • Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Ability to develop, maintain, and update large documents and manuals.
  • Active Secret clearance required.

Greystones Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Greystones career website due to your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by contacting our Human Resources Department at 202-644-8998 option #2 or hr@greystonesgroup.com if you need assistance completing any forms or otherwise participate in the application process.

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