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Akima

Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Maintenance Test Pilot - CH-47/MH-47

Full-TimePosted on 9/17/2026Deadline 9/17/27
No salary listed
Mid
Fort Campbell, KY, USA
In Person

CONUS travel may be required for up to two weeks per trip.

No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • Be qualified in the MH-47G or CH-47F MDS aircraft.
  • Have at least 1,000 combined hours of Pilot-in-Command time, including at least 100 hours in the MH-47G or CH-47F aircraft.
  • Have at least 50 hours logged as a Maintenance Test Pilot on MH-47G or CH-47F aircraft.
  • Provide DA Form 759 and flight records to prove currency and ratings.
  • Candidates rated only on the CH-47F must obtain an approved waiver from the Government Flight Representative and AMCOM for the MDS-specific rating and complete the MH-47G course of instruction.
  • Be a graduate of the AMOC I and II course.
  • Possess and maintain a current FAA Class 2 Flight Physical.
  • Possess an instrument rating on FAA Commercial Certificates.
  • Be willing to travel within the continental United States in support of aircraft maintenance, potentially for up to two weeks per trip.
  • Possess or be able to obtain an active Secret Clearance, with an Interim Secret Clearance required to start.
  • Be a United States citizen.
Responsibilities
  • Perform Maintenance Test Flights, Functional Test Flights, and Maintenance Operational Checks on customer MH-47G series aircraft.
  • Perform testing using ground and in-flight diagnostic test equipment.
  • Conduct flying operations of assigned rotary-wing helicopters.
  • Demonstrate instrument-task proficiency during the annual flight evaluation conducted by flight detachment evaluators.
  • Undergo an annual flight evaluation conducted by an Instructor Pilot and Maintenance Test Flight Evaluator.
  • Ensure all Aircrew Training Manual tasks required for assigned flight duties are completed, including non-tactical base tasks.

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
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