Technical Publications Editor| Active Secret Clearance Required

Job Description Description:Loch Harbour Group, Inc. is seeking a Technical Publications Editor to support and oversee editorial operations for technical publications, reports, and strategic communications within a federal program environment.This role requires strong expertise in technical/scientific editing, Chicago Manual of Style, and advanced document formatting, with the ability to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with Department of Defense publication standards. The selected candidate will work closely with authors, leadership, and editorial staff to deliver high-quality written products and maintain consistency across all publications.The position requires full-time onsite support in San Diego, CA and the ability to work with sensitive or classified materials.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and support editorial efforts for technical publications, reports, white papers, and strategic communicationsReview and edit complex technical and scientific documents (typically 5–100+ pages) to ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with DoD standardsApply Chicago Manual of Style as the primary editorial standard across all deliverablesServe as a primary point of contact for authors, guiding document preparation, formatting, and submission requirementsEnsure compliance with Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) submission requirements and assist with publication processingCoordinate and manage editorial workflows to ensure high-quality deliverables and timely completionDevelop and maintain editorial guidelines, templates, and SOPs to standardize publication practicesManage and maintain content within Knowledge Management platformsSupport development of executive-level communications, reports, and briefing materialsProvide training and guidance to authors on technical writing, formatting, and publication requirementsTrack and report on editorial activities, metrics, and publication status to leadershipSupport onboarding and collaborate closely with senior editorial staff during initial ramp-up periodUtilize AI tools as a first pass editing aid while maintaining strong human editorial judgment and quality controlRequirements:Education RequirementsBachelor's DegreeExperience Requirements3 years of professional experience creating, editing, and reviewing technical materialsRequired Technical SkillsFamiliarity with DoD technical publication standardsStrong knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style (primary requirement)Experience editing technical/scientific documents (5–100+ pages)Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, including formatting, styles, templates, and document structuringFamiliarity with DoD technical publication standardsStrong attention to detail with a focus on quality over speedAbility to handle sensitive and/or classified materialsWillingness to learn and follow NIWC processes (e.g., DTIC, RISTI/OPSEC workflows)Ability to work onsite and collaborate closely with team membersAdditional required qualificationsActive Secret Security Clearance (required at time of hire)Ability to work onsite in San Diego, CACompany Highlights:At LHG, we offer our employees a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our benefits package features:Competitive salariesPaid time offHealth, dental and vision insuranceCompany paid short/long term disabilityCompany paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance401(k) (up to 5% matching)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Other company perksThe Loch Harbour Group is an equal opportunity employer, all interested qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, D/M/V/F. LHG welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce.