LADS (Logistics Analysis Data System) Technical Writer

Five Rivers Analytics is seeking a detail‑oriented and highly organized Technical Writer to support the Logistics Analysis Data System (LADS) program at NIWC Atlantic. The ideal candidate will create, edit, and maintain technical documentation that clearly communicates complex information to both technical and non‑technical audiences. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all LADS program documentation, reports, and communications.

To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and maintain technical documentation including system user guides, standard operating procedures, configuration documentation, release notes, training materials, and program artifacts.

• Translate complex technical information from engineers, developers, analysts, and cybersecurity personnel into clear, concise, and user‑friendly content.

• Support documentation updates for system enhancements, data workflows, and capabilities tied to the LADS modernization roadmap.

• Ensure compliance with NIWC Atlantic standards, style guides, security requirements, and documentation processes.

• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams including software development, data engineering, testing, program management, and government stakeholders.

• Edit and proofread documents for structure, clarity, grammar, and consistency.

• Assist in preparing briefing materials, reports, and technical presentations for internal and external audiences.

• Maintain version control across all documentation and support configuration management practices.

• Contribute to process improvement by recommending documentation standards, formats, and templates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, Communications, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent experience.

• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance.3+ years of experience as a Technical Writer supporting IT, analytics, or software development programs.

• Strong ability to synthesize technical content from diverse subject matter experts.

• Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or government programs.

• Excellent writing, editing, and document organization skills.

• Proficiency with documentation tools such as Microsoft Office, Confluence, SharePoint, or similar environments.

• U.S. Citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with NIWC Atlantic processes, Navy logistics systems, or the LADS environment.

• Experience documenting data systems, data workflows, software architectures, or cloud-based solutions.

• Understanding of Agile/Scrum environments and documentation in iterative development cycles.

• Active DoD security clearance (Secret or higher).

• Experience with graphics tools for diagrams or visual aids (Visio, Draw.io, etc.).

Job ID

2026-23507

Work Type

Remote

Pay Range

$100,000 - $120,000

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , FRA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , FRA delivers streamline operations in support of an increasingly fast-paced, complex, and dynamic digital environment.

As a FRA employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).