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Role Overview
The Defence Digital Modernisation (DDM) Business Operations team is seeking a highly skilled Technical Editor to join a large Defence Program. In this role, you will help shape and deliver clear, accurate, and impactful written artifacts that support internal and external stakeholders, ensuring consistency, compliance and alignment with policies and enabling effective engagement across multiple audiences.
Responsibilities
* Edit, proofread, and review a wide range of technical and non‑technical materials for diverse audiences, including internal teams, external stakeholders and clients.
* Ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency and alignment with company and customer vision, style and tone.
* Oversee and manage document workflows.
* Provide subject‑matter guidance on communication best practices and standards, influencing approaches to solution design and process delivery.
* Contribute to the delivery of critical program milestones by ensuring all content supports stakeholder understanding and program success.
Qualifications
* Demonstrated experience in technical editing, writing, and content management within large, complex Defence programs or similar environments.
* Demonstrated prior experience with Defence Writing Standards.
* Strong command of grammar, syntax, style and tone, with the ability to adapt messaging to varied audiences.
* Exceptional attention to detail with strong organisational and time‑management skills.
* Ability to influence stakeholders and work effectively across internal and external groups.
Additional Requirements
This role requires the successful applicant to be an Australian Citizen, hold a NV‑1 level security clearance, and be able to meet any applicable ITAR requirements.
Next Steps
* To apply for this role, follow the links or apply via our Careers page.
* Recruitment process involves virtual or face‑to‑face interview and background checks.
* Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements, which can place limitations on certain persons.
* Leidos is committed to making our recruitment process accessible. Contact if you need any additional support.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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