Technical Writer and Editor

　　Job Details

　　Job Location

　　SANDIA - NM - Albuquerque, NM

　　Position Type

　　Full Time On Site

　　Description

　　Overview:

　　Boston Government Services is seeking a Technical Writer and Editor for our Albuquerque, New Mexico client.

　　Boston Government Services (BGS) is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.

　　We are passionate about our culture!At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.

　　If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

　　What your Job will Be like:

　　The selected candidate will provide matrixed technical writing services to other organizational groups through writing, editing, and/or rewriting, either as original concepts or under direction, technical articles, publications, manuals, presentations, and other materials to communicate clearly and effectively technical procedures, research findings, technical developments, and other news and information to a wide range of internal or external audiences.

　　On any given day, one may be called upon to:

　　Write, compile, and edit presentations and documents for information, status, and understanding of weapons surveillance for senior level managers and programs.

　　Write, compile, and edit highly technical requirements-based documentation of critical importance for nuclear deterrence programs working with a team of other Technical Writers and Editors.

　　Apply knowledge of internal business practices to manage information flow between Production Realization Teams (PRTs), customers, and management.

　　Apply rigor and timely formatting and editing to an array of documents and communications to ensure quality of the delivered product.

　　Gather accomplishments; produce monthly reports, prepare, and edit documentation, and assist with presentations and documentation for program reviews.

　　Ensure requirements are met and documentation is clear, concise, and understandable by its intended audience(s).

　　Build uniform approaches, educate, and assist customers, and collaborate with coworkers; provide mentorship to emerging Technical Writer & Editors.

　　Acquire or verify subject knowledge by interviewing subjects and observing.

　　Qualifications

　　Qualifications we Require:

　　A Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a relevant field, plus 5 years related experience or working with highly technical writing and editing.

　　Equivalent experience can be either of the following -

　　13 years of equivalent experience

　　An Associate's degree in a related field and 9 years of equivalent experience.

　　Experience developing, planning, and editing technical reports, white papers, and/or presentations.

　　Must be a US Citizen.

　　Successful drug screening.

　　Ability to obtain a DOE Q-level security clearance; or other equivalent active security clearance such as DOD Top Secret.

　　Qualifications we Desire:

　　A Master's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a relevant field.

　　Experience working with nuclear deterrence documentation as well as with PRIME, PDM Link, EIMS, and/or SharePoint systems.

　　Proven experience working with classified information on weapons programs and weapons documentation requirements.

　　Experience with the following:

　　Composing communication products.

　　Working cross-site, cross location programs.

　　Developing positive customer relationships, processes, and procedures.

　　Mentoring emerging coworkers

　　An active DOE Q-level security clearance; or other equivalent active security clearance such as DOD Top Secret.

　　About Our Team:

　　The Knowledge Management Office (03240) at Sandia National Laboratories is responsible for all Labs-wide knowledge Management functions within the Labs, including technical writing and editing, and information management. The group includes six departments delivering communications support to organizations across the Laboratories, providing dedicated (matrixed) professional services to deliver high-quality products. The ND and Surety KM (03245) department provides matrixed technical writing and information management services to nuclear deterrence modernization and surveillance organizations and the PEAR.

　　Benefits:

　　BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

　　EEO:

　　Boston Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.