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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Technical Solution Proposal Writer

Full-TimeDeadline 10/5/27
$125k - $140k/yr
Senior
Bachelor's
Herndon, VA, USA
Remote
Project & Program ManagementProposal Management

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in technical writing, information systems, engineering, life sciences, computer science, or a related discipline.
  • At least 7 years of federal government experience.
  • At least 5 years of technical writing and/or proposal writing experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel, including project teams, management, and subject matter experts.
  • Ability to collaborate with team members to support proposal success.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple proposals and competing priorities under tight deadlines.
  • Ability to absorb, synthesize, and translate complex technical information into clear, persuasive proposal content.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
  • Ability to perform effectively in a high-tempo federal proposal environment with rapid response timelines.
  • Candidates must complete an in-house writing exercise or provide a writing sample as part of the evaluation process.
Responsibilities
  • Lead writing efforts for assigned proposal sections by developing structured, compelling narratives aligned with solicitation requirements.
  • Gather information to develop technically compliant responses through independent research and interviews with technical subject matter experts, operations stakeholders, solutions architects, and proposed key personnel.
  • Translate technical solutions developed by subject matter experts and solution architects into clear, concise, and persuasive proposal content.
  • Work with proposal managers, business development, capture managers, solution architects, and technical subject matter experts to understand proposed technical approaches and accurately reflect them in written responses.
  • Convert complex technical concepts into clear language that communicates the strengths, benefits, and differentiators of proposed solutions.
  • Participate in color team reviews by providing constructive feedback to peer contributors and incorporating review feedback into assigned sections.
  • Support capture managers with proposal preparation and solution documentation activities before solicitation release, as needed.
  • Participate in capture and proposal strategy reviews and solution sessions to understand the proposed approach and messaging.
  • Provide guidance regarding proposal compliance and overall content quality.
  • Identify gaps, risks, or unclear elements in the proposed solution and work with subject matter experts and leadership to clarify and strengthen the written response.
  • Compile, organize, and maintain reusable proposal content, including executive summaries, capabilities statements, past performance references, program management plans, quality control plans, staffing plans, transition plans, graphics, tables, and charts.
  • Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, knowledge management system artifacts, a past performance library, and other documentation related to proposal development.
  • Support rapid development of requests for information, white papers, and other pre-solicitation responses by translating subject matter expert input into clear, concise written content.
  • Take ownership of assigned sections and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced proposal environment.
Desired Qualifications
  • At least 3 years of experience writing complex, highly technical proposals for government-issued solicitations.
  • ANC/8(a) experience.
  • Ability to synthesize complex ideas and solutions to create high-scoring proposal graphics.

About the company

Akima provides services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers contracted, integrated services to help government missions succeed. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, Akima aims to create long-term value for its parent while achieving superior outcomes for customers, guided by Iñupiat values. Its differentiators include Alaska Native ownership, a broad multi-domain service footprint, and a focus on federal missions; its goal is to support customer missions and sustain value for NANA and the Iñupiat community.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Founded

1995

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What believers are saying

  • Akima subsidiaries won MDA SHIELD positions on March 16, 2026.
  • Akima Data Management won FDA DevSecOps support worth $4.6 million in April 2026.
  • Akima’s 2025 Washington Technology rank improved to 31, signaling stronger scale.

What critics are saying

  • Akima faces dependence on federal spending and procurement timing across U.S. agencies.
  • Arevalo v. Akima, LLC reached the Fourth Circuit in July 2026.
  • Pinnacle Solutions' GSA schedule ends August 8, 2026, threatening recompete disruption.

What makes Akima unique

  • NANA-owned Alaska Native Corporation status helps Akima win set-aside federal work.
  • Akima spans facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, and construction.
  • Pinnacle Solutions adds Air Force training and sustainment depth after April 2023 acquisition.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match

Company News

PR Newswire
Oct 8th, 2026
Akima appoints Michael Teegardin as VP of marketing and communications

Akima, a federal government solutions provider with over 11,000 employees, has appointed Michael Teegardin as Vice President of Marketing & Communications. Teegardin will lead the company's brand, marketing, and communications strategy across the enterprise. Teegardin brings more than 20 years of experience advising senior leadership in the defence, aerospace, and federal services sectors. He most recently served as Chief Communications Officer at ASRC Federal, where he established the enterprise marketing function and led the company's rebranding. Previously, Teegardin held communications positions at BAE Systems and Weber Shandwick. A US Army veteran, he served as an intelligence analyst during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He holds a Master of Science in Communication from Purdue University. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation.

PR Newswire
Feb 19th, 2026
Akima appoints Lauren Cates as VP of business development for Emerging Markets Group

Akima, a federal government solutions provider, has appointed Lauren Cates as vice president of business development for its Emerging Markets Group. Cates will lead growth strategy and expand the company's presence in delivering mission-critical technologies to government and military customers. Cates brings over 15 years of federal contracting experience. She previously led Indigo IT's growth team, securing major contracts in cybersecurity, cloud and enterprise IT services, and spent more than a decade with Bowhead Family of Companies managing billion-dollar pipelines. Akima, a subsidiary of Alaska Native Corporation NANA, employs over 11,000 people and delivers solutions across IT, logistics, aerospace and construction. The company ranked #31 on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

PR Newswire
Feb 12th, 2026
Akima appoints Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer to drive operational excellence

Akima, a federal government contractor, has appointed Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer. Lopez will report to president and CEO Bill Monet and oversee operational excellence and customer delivery. Lopez brings over 30 years of experience in government and commercial sectors. Most recently, he served as president and chief growth officer at Belcan, a Cognizant company, where he led the integration of a $20 billion enterprise. Previously, he headed ManTech's Advanced Research Technology Business Unit. A former US Navy officer and pilot, Lopez commanded an elite strike/fighter squadron. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, employing 11,000 people and delivering solutions in IT, aerospace, construction and other areas. The company ranked 31st on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

WashingtonExec
Apr 12th, 2023
Akima Buys Pinnacle Solutions | WashingtonExec

Akima has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Pinnacle Solutions, Inc., a provider of training and sustainment products and services to defense