Akima

Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

CADD Technologist

Full-TimeDeadline 7/17/27
No salary listed
Mid
Associate's
Albuquerque, NM, USA
In Person

Must work onsite 100% of the time at the Albuquerque site.

No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma plus three or more years of directly related experience in Computer Aided Drafting and Design, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficiency in creating mechanical product design definitions, including 3D solid models and mechanical drawings.
  • Proficiency with PTC/CREO, PDMLink (Windchill), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy L security clearance.
Responsibilities
  • Create 3D models and drawings to build next-generation accelerators and pulsed power machines.
  • Partner with engineers and scientists in developing designs.
  • Partner with engineers to discuss and interpret design concepts and identify requirements for detailed working drawings.
  • Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and suppliers to discuss design, schedule, manufacturing processes, and material selections to ensure contractual agreements are understood and achievable.
  • Manage documentation in a collaborative engineering environment using product data management tools along with engineering authorization and approval processes and procedures.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology.
  • Experience with foundational engineering principles related to design, manufacturing, configuration management, and analysis.
  • Experience with Model Based Design practices.
  • Ability to work in an energetic and high-performance teaming environment.
  • Ability to independently seek definition, evaluate and analyze, and realize mechanical designs, definitions, and products.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to a diverse audience.

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