Technical Editor/Writer I
FWI (FedWriters, Inc.), Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Overview
Do you get a quiet thrill from catching a misplaced comma? Does a poorly structured briefing keep you up at night? Do you believe that clear, compelling communication can actually change outcomes, even at the highest levels of government? If so, we might be your people.
FWI is supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency's (DIA) Office of Corporate Communications (OCC), the team responsible for how one of the nation's most important intelligence agencies talks to Congress, the public, and its own workforce. Right now, we need a sharp, detail‑obsessed Technical Editor/Writer to help us make sure every word we put out is accurate, polished, and on point. This isn't a "track changes and move on" kind of role. You'll be embedded in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment where what you edit today could brief a senator tomorrow. The work is varied, the stakes are real, and the team is genuinely good at what they do.
FWI has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post in 2024 and 2025, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.
This role is contingent upon position availability.
Work Schedule and Location On-site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday, 0800–1700hrs.
Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing
Reviewing and polishing congressional briefings, articles, and correspondence before they go out the door — catching every grammatical hiccup, style inconsistency, and factual gap along the way
Collaborating with writers and visual information specialists to sharpen readability, tighten tone, and make complex content accessible to a wide range of audiences
Ensuring everything follows the right style guide — AP Style for corporate content, DIA's Correspondence Guide for formal correspondence
Digging into research to verify facts, dates, and sources, and helping writers find the right contacts and references for their stories
Supporting social media content, web copy, exhibits, and multimedia productions — because good editing doesn't stop at print
Attending weekly team syncs and project meetings to stay plugged into what's coming down the pipeline
Submitting monthly project status reports to keep leadership in the loop
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI with CI Poly
Demonstrated experience in technical editing and writing, preferably in a government, defense, or intelligence community environment
Expert command of AP Style and formal government correspondence standards
Strong research skills with the ability to verify facts, dates, statistics, and source accuracy
Proven ability to manage multiple high‑visibility projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
Desired
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to handle repetitive, methodical work
Familiarity with DoD, DIA, CIO, and Information Assurance (IA) regulations, instructions, and policies (preferred)
Why Join Our Team Benefits
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: 85-90K
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FWI is supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency's (DIA) Office of Corporate Communications (OCC), the team responsible for how one of the nation's most important intelligence agencies talks to Congress, the public, and its own workforce. Right now, we need a sharp, detail‑obsessed Technical Editor/Writer to help us make sure every word we put out is accurate, polished, and on point. This isn't a "track changes and move on" kind of role. You'll be embedded in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment where what you edit today could brief a senator tomorrow. The work is varied, the stakes are real, and the team is genuinely good at what they do.
FWI has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post in 2024 and 2025, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.
This role is contingent upon position availability.
Work Schedule and Location On-site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday, 0800–1700hrs.
Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing
Reviewing and polishing congressional briefings, articles, and correspondence before they go out the door — catching every grammatical hiccup, style inconsistency, and factual gap along the way
Collaborating with writers and visual information specialists to sharpen readability, tighten tone, and make complex content accessible to a wide range of audiences
Ensuring everything follows the right style guide — AP Style for corporate content, DIA's Correspondence Guide for formal correspondence
Digging into research to verify facts, dates, and sources, and helping writers find the right contacts and references for their stories
Supporting social media content, web copy, exhibits, and multimedia productions — because good editing doesn't stop at print
Attending weekly team syncs and project meetings to stay plugged into what's coming down the pipeline
Submitting monthly project status reports to keep leadership in the loop
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI with CI Poly
Demonstrated experience in technical editing and writing, preferably in a government, defense, or intelligence community environment
Expert command of AP Style and formal government correspondence standards
Strong research skills with the ability to verify facts, dates, statistics, and source accuracy
Proven ability to manage multiple high‑visibility projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
Desired
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to handle repetitive, methodical work
Familiarity with DoD, DIA, CIO, and Information Assurance (IA) regulations, instructions, and policies (preferred)
Why Join Our Team Benefits
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: 85-90K
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