Leslie Maddox
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Results-driven Technical Editor focused on quality controls and effective teamwork. Expertise in technical editing and thorough reviews led to significant reductions in document errors, ensuring high standards in published materials.
Detail-oriented Technical Editor with a proven track record in enhancing technical documentation. Skilled in quality control, collaboration, and usability improvements, driving clarity and accuracy in complex manuals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Editor and Writer
Northrop Grumman
Melbourne, FL
12.2023 - Current
- Edited technical documentation for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to company standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to ensure technical content met project requirements.
- Coordinated peer reviews to gather feedback and implement revisions efficiently.
- Reviewed and revised complex manuals, improving user comprehension and usability.
- Reduced errors in technical documents by conducting thorough reviews and providing constructive feedback to authors.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency in technical documentation across departments.
- Conducted final quality checks before publication to minimize errors or inconsistencies in published materials.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality.
Inventory/Stockroom, Supply Chain
L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
Melbourne, FL
09.2019 - 12.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Maintained 99% accuracy during inventory cycle counts.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Mercer University
Eastman, GA2004
High School Diploma -
Miami Sunset Sr. High
Miami06-1981
Skills
- Technical Editing and proofreading
- Maintaining standards
- Quality controls
- Content development
- Layout design
- Keen eye for detail
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Attention to detail
- Style guide adherence
- Technical research
Accomplishments
- 81 Data Modules submitted for the IPD Team
- Overall quality rate of 93.6%
- Lead the Post IPR Quality Reviews leading to 216 Published Data Modules
Timeline
Technical Editor and Writer
Northrop Grumman
12.2023 - Current
Inventory/Stockroom, Supply Chain
L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
09.2019 - 12.2023
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Mercer University
High School Diploma -
Miami Sunset Sr. High