Senior Technical Editor

Overview

Join our team as a Senior Technical Editor and support a federal transportation research center by leading the editorial team behind high-stakes technical publications. You will oversee the entire editorial process for complex reports and documentation, mentor junior editors, and ensure every deliverable meets the highest standard of accuracy and style compliance.

 

FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024 and 2025 Top Workplace by the Washington Post, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

 

**Position is contingent upon contract award**

 

 

Work Schedule and Location:

Hybrid:  This full-time hybrid position will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET (core hours fall within a 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. ET window), with up to 20% on-site at Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center, McLean, VA (or Dept of Transportation HQ in Washington, DC), for meetings and coordination as needed. Some travel within the continental U.S. may be required for conferences and events.

Responsibilities

• Direct the editorial process for high-visibility technical documents, reports, and manuals
• Verify technical accuracy, fact-check references, and ensure copyright compliance
• Mentor and guide junior technical writers and editors
• Manage the full lifecycle of documents from outline through final web/print publication
• Ensure strict adherence to the GPO Style Manual and agency style guides

 

Qualifications

Required: 

• Master's degree in English, Journalism, or a technical field
• 10+ years of experience, including supervisory and project management experience

Desired: 

• Highway/surface transportation experience
• Demonstrated mentorship of junior editorial staff

 

Why Join Our Team

 

At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

 

FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. 

Pay Range

Negotiable