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OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Technical Writer and Editor to contribute to our mission supporting our work at a premier National Laboratory in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.
L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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:
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Technical Writer and Editor to contribute to our mission supporting our work at a premier National Laboratory in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.
L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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 Writersand 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.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- 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; or equivalent experience and/or achievements that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the job,
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience developing, planning, and editing technical reports, white papers, and/or presentations,
- Ability to obtain a DOE Q-level security clearance; or other equivalent active security clearance such as DOD Top Secret,
- Ability to work in a diverse work environment,
- Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.
- Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience on DOE sites and programs,
- 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.
- 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.
LOCATION
Onsite in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.
L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
