Technical Writer & Editor

Overview:

Boston Government Services has a need for a Technical Writer & Editor.

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.

What your Job will Be like:

Do you enjoy translating technical information into concise, understandable language that makes a difference on a national security scale? Do you want a hybrid position that offers the opportunity to work a compressed schedule allowing for Fridays off? If so, you could be the

Technical Writer and Editor we are seeking to join our fast-paced, multidisciplinary team! This position is eligible for telecommuting and the selected applicant must live within a reasonable distance for commuting to the assigned work location when necessary. Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite approximately 50% of the time, which may vary depending on business needs.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

• Write, compile, and edit highly technical documentation of critical importance for nuclear deterrence programs, working with a team of Technical Writers and Editors to see that the content meets the needs of intended audiences.
• Use your knowledge of document management best practices to manage information flow between Production Realization Teams (PRTs), customers, and management.
• Provide timely formatting and editing of assembly procedures, documents, presentations, and articles to ensure quality.
• Provide information storage locations for minutes, action items, decisions, and memos.
• Create editorial calendars and timelines to ensure that deliverables are produced to meet customer’s needs.
• Gather accomplishments, produce monthly reports, prepare, and edit documentation, ensure requirements are met, and assist with presentations for program reviews.
• Collaborate with coworkers, subject matter experts, and management to see that document editing expectations are met and that a collegial and professional atmosphere is maintained throughout the document’s lifecycle.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or other relevant field plus five (5) years of experience in technical writing and editing; or Master’s degree in a relevant field plus one (1) year of relevant experience; or equivalent experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the job.
• Experience editing documents and managing their development.
• Experience with common office software, such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Must be US citizen.
• Successful drug screening.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in communications, English, Journalism, or other relevant field, including a scientific field.
• Experience developing, planning, writing, and editing technical reports, factsheets, and presentations.
• Experience creating and managing editorial calendars that require collaboration with subject matter experts, multiple management levels, and peers.
• Experience with large file management systems and adhering to document sharing policies.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat and other Adobe Creative suite software.
• Proven ability to form positive customer relationships and develop document processes and procedures.
• Intermediate expertise with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, and the ability to learn other MS Office software.
• Active Department of Energy Q security clearance.

About Our Team:

The Nuclear Deterrence Communications and Information Management department is a dynamic team that provides communications, technical writing, information management, and program support expertise for California weapon system and component organizations, specifically the W87-0 Sentinel Integration Program.

Benefits:

Boston Government Services offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability. Starting compensation for this role typically salary ranges between $50,000 and $110,000 annually is commensurate with experience relative to the position and may vary based on candidate geographical location.

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.