Technical Writer (Editor 3)

Omega Technical Services•Los Alamos, NM

3d•$75,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Omega Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated Technical Writer (Editor 3) to support ongoing operations in Los Alamos, NM. We are seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support the development, review, and maintenance of Safety Basis documentation for nuclear and high-hazard facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in editing complex technical content, and the ability to collaborate closely with engineers, safety analysts, and subject matter experts. This role is critical to ensuring Safety Basis documents are clear, consistent, compliant, and ready for internal and external review.

Requirements

At least 6-8 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience editing technical or regulatory documentation; strong command of grammar, technical style, and document structure.
Experience working with SMEs in highly regulated environments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and document control tools.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple documents and deadlines simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Comfortable working in a highly regulated, compliance-driven environment; and ability to quickly learn complex technical subject matter.
Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a drug and breath alcohol test, along with a Motor Vehicle Record check.
Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Possession of an active DOE/DoD clearance within the past two (2) years; an Active DOE Q Clearance is preferred.
Previous DOE/NNSA work experience.
Experience editing DOE Safety Basis documents (DSA, TSR, USQ-related documentation).
Familiarity with configuration management and formal document review processes.

Responsibilities

Editing, formatting, and quality-checking Safety Basis documents, including but not limited to Documented Safety Analyses (DSAs), Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs), Hazard Analyses and supporting calculations, and Safety Evaluation Reports and change packages.
Ensuring documents comply with applicable DOE orders, standards, and site-specific requirements (e.g., DOE O 420.1, 10 CFR 830).
Improving clarity, organization, and consistency of highly technical material without altering technical intent.
Applying and enforcing document standards, templates, style guides, and configuration management requirements.
Coordinating with authors, engineers, and nuclear safety analysts to resolve comments and improve document quality.
Supporting internal reviews, audits, and readiness activities by preparing documents for approval and submittal.
Tracking revisions, manage comment resolution, and maintaining version control.