Technical Writer II

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Job Description

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our mission is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high‑hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards for the Site’s Cold War legacy. Our vision is to be the user site of choice for large‑scale, high‑hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air.

MSTS offers highly competitive salaries and benefits packages, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; both a pension and a 401(k); paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation assistance (if located more than 75 miles from the work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more. MSTS is a limited‑liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc., Jacobs Engineering Group Inc., and HII Nuclear Inc.

Responsibilities

Develop, write, and edit policies, plans, procedures, manuals, technical reports, project correspondence, committee charters, briefing packages, brochures, news articles, information releases to the public, presentations, and other technical and administrative publications according to established format and quality standards.

Assist with the maintenance of a robust, reliable documentation library to support decision making, cybersecurity compliance, risk management, and effective information exchange.

Develop, maintain, and execute records management processes and procedures.

Organize assigned document development projects, collect project‑related information and data from interviews with subject matter experts, and conduct literature research to support the project.

Design and prepare illustrations, charts, and diagrams for use in documents.

Prepare technical information products for DOE / NNSA approval to publish, assist authors in meeting publication requirements, and coordinate technical information product duplication and distribution.

Support senior GC and ECN program personnel during drills, exercises, and real‑life CONUS / OCONUS missions.

Participate in the Deployment Authorization Program (DAP) for emergency response and temporary duty location (TDY) for non‑emergency response travel.

Participate in training activities and exercises as required.

May serve as an emergency responder as job dictates.

Perform other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field and at least 2 years of professional level experience or equivalent training and experience.

Able to utilize independent judgment, creativity, initiative, and ability to apply knowledge and experience to resolve problems and compose technical correspondence and reports.

Able to prioritize and schedule multiple activities efficiently and meet required deadlines.

Able to remember extensive policies, procedures, terminology, schedules, personnel, and other details.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge of Microsoft products.

Knowledge of basic math, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

May travel as required.

Candidate must be a team player with good customer service skills and the ability to work flexible hours when required.

Primary work location will be the Remote Sensing Laboratory, Nellis Air Force Base (RSL‑N) in Nevada.

Work schedule will either be 4 / 10s, 9 / 80, or 5 / 8s (per management discretion). Must be willing to perform on‑call duty and ensure availability to work non‑standard hours.

Pre‑placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Eligibility and Security Clearance

MSTS conducts a pre‑employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment / education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, or other indicators of untrustworthiness can result in denial or termination. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q‑level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship and a minimum age of 18 years.

EEO Statement

MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range for this position is : $63,856.00 – $95,784.00. Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate’s education and experience, and internal equity.

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