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Technical Solutions Writer

Job in Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22070, USA
Listing for: Akima
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-04-23
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Technical Writer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Solutions Writer who thrives in a fast-paced federal contracting environment. The ideal candidate plays a critical role in translating complex technical solutions into clear, compelling processes and narratives that align with requirements and resonate with government clients. This role requires a positive, collaborative professional with strong time management skills, flexibility, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Successful candidates take ownership of their assignments, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and consistently deliver high-quality work under compressed timelines and pressure.

This Hybrid position requires that you live within commuting distance from Herndon, VA. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities
  • Support client programs by gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing technical, operational, and programmatic information to develop clear, accurate documentation and deliverables.
  • Collaborate with technical SMEs, operations stakeholders, and solution architects to document system functionality, processes, and project outcomes in a way that supports client understanding and mission success.
  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and actionable content for both technical and non-technical audiences, including clients, leadership, and end users.
  • Demonstrate capability to conceptualize graphics that capture and communicate complex technical solutions.
  • Develop and maintain high-quality program documentation such as standard operating procedures (SOPs), user guides, process documentation, reports, and briefings.
  • Identify gaps, risks, or unclear elements in technical approaches or program execution and work with stakeholders to clarify and strengthen deliverables.
  • Support project teams by creating structured, compelling narratives that communicate program value, performance, and outcomes to the client.
  • Assist with development of presentations, briefings, dashboards, and other materials that support client engagement.
  • Maintain organized knowledge repositories, including program documentation, lessons learned, and reusable content to improve delivery efficiency and consistency.
  • Participate in internal and client-facing meetings to capture requirements, document decisions, and ensure alignment across stakeholders.
  • Provide guidance on documentation quality, clarity, and consistency across project deliverables.
  • Demonstrate a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset in a fast-paced environment, supporting evolving client needs and priorities.
  • Support capture and proposal efforts by gathering technical input, conducting SME interviews, and developing compliant, persuasive written responses.
  • Translate proposed technical solutions into clear narratives aligned with solicitation requirements.
  • Lead proposal sections, RFIs, white papers, and pre-solicitation artifacts.
  • Maintain and update reusable proposal content, including past performance, management approaches, and technical solution descriptions.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in technical writing, information systems, engineering, computer science, or a related discipline.
  • 8+ years of experience supporting federal government programs or contracts.
  • 5+ years of experience in technical writing, program documentation, or proposal development.
    • Experience supporting highly technical environments (IT, cybersecurity, systems engineering, etc.) strongly preferred.
    • Proposal writing experience for federal solicitations preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, client-ready documentation and deliverables.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with SMEs, project teams, and client stakeholders.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Experience developing presentations, reports, SOPs, and other structured documentation.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in a high-tempo, deadline-driven environment.
  • Positive, collaborative mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes for both client and internal teams.
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