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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Operations Supervisor - Evenings

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 10/15/27
No salary listed
Junior
Associate's
Williamsburg, KY, USA
In Person
Operations & Logistics
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • One to two years of supervisory experience; production-environment experience is preferred. Three years of VSS program experience may be considered in lieu of supervisory experience.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate degree or higher is preferred.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Ability to successfully complete a corporate background investigation, including credit and criminal checks.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • A professional work ethic.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
  • Analytical skills to analyze and evaluate data.
  • Ability to disseminate information to a wide audience.
  • Ability to perform the job's physical duties, which may include standing, walking, sitting, lifting, bending, reaching, carrying, stooping, kneeling, handling or feeling objects, tools, or controls, typing or writing, speaking, or hearing.
  • May require close, distance, color, or peripheral vision, depth perception, or the ability to adjust focus.
Responsibilities
  • Engage with, supervise, direct, train, and assist staff in performing applicable support functions in the assigned work unit.
  • Supervise employees and day-to-day operations to ensure work in functional areas meets optimum quality standards.
  • Provide employees with direction through processes and procedures as needed.
  • Use independent judgment to assign work based on site needs to meet production or quality objectives.
  • Assist the Operations Manager, Assistant Operations Managers, and Unit Managers in ensuring timely delivery of functional-area deliverables.
  • Track progress of activities in the functional area and recommend adjustments to achieve objectives.
  • Report functional-area status to the Unit Manager or Assistant Operations Manager as appropriate.
  • Manage employees through the progressive discipline process as outlined in the LDRM handbook and applicable collective bargaining agreement.
  • Identify employees interested in growth and advancement and recommend them for promotion.
  • Identify employees with performance or recurring behavioral issues and recommend termination as the final disciplinary step.
  • Initiate performance reviews for employees within the area of responsibility.
  • Interview and assess applicants and make recommendations for employee selection.
  • Train new employees and conduct refresher training for current employees.
  • Ensure standard operating procedures for the area of responsibility are used, understood, and kept up to date.
Desired Qualifications
  • Production-environment supervisory experience.
  • An associate degree or higher.

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