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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Aircraft Mechanics

Part-TimeDeadline 8/21/27
$40 - $45/hr
Mid
Honolulu, HI, USA
In Person
Aerospace EngineeringAviation Operations & Aircraft Maintenance
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Must possess a valid Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Maintenance Technician license with an Airframe and Power Plant rating.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must be willing to work in inclement weather.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or show proof of the right to work in the United States.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Must be able to lift 60 pounds comfortably.
  • Must be able to fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Must be able to work under stressful situations and tight time constraints.
  • Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules.
  • Must successfully complete a background investigation, including Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprints, criminal history review, and a pre-employment drug test.
  • Must be able to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively with customers or employees.
  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Must be able to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, and diagram-form instructions and address problems involving multiple concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Must be able to lift, carry, move, push, pull, and install 30–50 pound components unassisted; have 20/20 corrected vision; hear verbal communications clearly; and wear required personal protective equipment.
  • Must be able to use hands, talk, hear, bend, stoop, kneel, stand, and walk, and meet the specified close, distance, color, peripheral, depth-perception, and focusing vision requirements.
  • Must be able to work outdoors in varied weather conditions and variable noise levels, including occasional high noise requiring hearing protection.
  • Must be able to work from lift platforms up to 100 feet high and use ladders up to 8 feet and stair platforms up to 30 feet.
  • Must be able to operate vehicles and airport-related heavy equipment.
Responsibilities
  • Perform aircraft maintenance transit inspections and resolve faults.
  • Complete aircraft system testing and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Remove and replace defective parts, including performing final operational checks.
  • Operate the power tools and equipment needed to complete assigned work.
  • Complete required maintenance records accurately and on time.
  • Interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
  • Operate related ground-handling equipment used to service aircraft.
  • Support company policies and safety programs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Station Manager.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with common transport-category aircraft, including Boeing 777, 747, 737, or 767 and/or Airbus 319, 320, or 321 aircraft, is a plus; all experience levels are encouraged to apply.

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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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