(491) Technical Editor (1099)

Company Summary

Arlo Solutions (Arlo) is an information technology consulting services company that specializes in delivering technology solutions. Our reputation reflects the high quality of the talented Arlo Solutions team and the consultants working in partnership with our customers. Our mission is to understand and meet the needs of both our customers and consultants by delivering quality, value-added solutions. Our solutions are designed and managed to not only reduce costs, but to improve business processes, accelerate response time, improve services to end-users, and give our customers a competitive edge, now and into the future. 

Position Description: 

Arlo is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Technical Editor to join our team. As a government contractor, we are looking for a writing professional who can draft and edit all written communications for a federal client. The ideal candidate will have expertise in reviewing, editing, and refining technical and marketing materials to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with government standards. This role requires strong attention to detail, experience in DoD-related content, and the ability to work independently as a 1099 contractor.

 Work Location:  Remote

Responsibilities and/or Success Factors: 

• Edit and refine technical marketing materials, including emails, flyers, event websites, presentations, case studies, and proposals.
• Ensure consistency, clarity, and alignment with DoD guidelines and branding requirements.
• Proofread content for grammar, punctuation, and formatting errors.
• Collaborate with marketing, business development, and subject matter experts to enhance content readability and impact.
• Verify accuracy of technical information and ensure compliance with DoD regulations and security requirements.
• Adapt complex technical content into engaging, accessible materials for various audiences.
• Provide editorial feedback and recommendations to improve content effectiveness.

Minimum Required Qualifications Including Certificates: 

• Proven experience as a technical editor, preferably in DoD or government contracting environments.
• Strong understanding of DoD terminology, procurement processes, and security guidelines.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical language into clear, persuasive marketing content.
• Familiarity with AP Style, Chicago Manual of Style, or other relevant style guides.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat; experience with content management systems is a plus. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Knowledge of government proposal and contracting regulations as they relate to branding and design is a plus.
• Experience designing for government proposals, contracts, and presentations.
• Understanding of federal and commercial government contractor marketing strategies.
• Ability to adapt design strategies for various clients and audiences.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple deadlines, and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Be self-directed by independently managing tasks, owning projects, and driving them to completion with minimal supervision.
• Positive, collaborative mindset with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistency across all assets.

AAP Statement

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.