Hiring: Technical Editor 2 (Communications Specialist 2) Company: Los Alamos National Laboratory Location: Los Alamos, NM Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 13:58:24 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Embedded Systems, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint About the job Required Skills: •In this role as a technical editor, you will be embedded with a specific Laboratory organization, where you will collaborate with talented team members and technical experts to ensure clear, compliant documentation that governs operations at some of the Laboratory's facilities. •This position specifically is with a team of editors who support the Weapons Production directorate through procedure writing and preparation. As a member of the team, working to ensure safe and compliant procedures, you will become a trusted participant in LANL's production mission. •Perform mechanical and substantive edits to ensure quality across all documentation and to ensure technical accuracy while maintaining readability. You will also provide communications counsel and dedicated services to leaders, managers, and staff. Qualifications: •The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and will have initiative and the ability to quickly adapt to an intense and highly technical environment. This job requires the ability to obtain a Q clearance, which typically requires U.S. citizenship. •To be successful, you will have a thorough knowledge of English grammar and punctuation, and extensive experience in technical editing and writing, with the ability to translate complex concepts and material into clear, concise writing. •You are expected to have advanced proficiency using Microsoft Word, with a solid understanding of Word styles and templates. You will have intermediate to advanced skills in Adobe Acrobat and other Microsoft 365 applications (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel). You will also have experience implementing a functional file structure and organization system. •Have demonstrated expertise in leading process improvement efforts for customers (e.g., developing templates, training template users, identifying process efficiencies). •Communication, Work Management and Customer Service •Have experience with document control/management systems. •Candidates should have a baseline understanding of generative AI tools, prompt engineering, evaluating AI-generated content for accuracy and quality, and applying AI responsibly within organizational policies. •Industry Knowledge: Experience working in a national laboratory or other large government organization. Experience with procedures and other documents related to facility operations. •Other: The ability to obtain a Q clearance is required; an active Q clearance is preferred. •: This position is located in Los Alamos, NM-employees must live within a 2-hour drive of the Laboratory and perform onsite work. Compensation: •PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!