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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Administrative Assistant - Afnwc/En

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/27/2026Deadline 10/27/27
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Albuquerque, NM, USA
In PersonOn-site at Kirtland Air Force Base.
Administrative & Executive AssistanceExecutive Support

About the job

Requirements
  • An active Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required.
  • A high school diploma or General Educational Development credential is required.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills are required.
  • Experience composing, editing, and managing correspondence in accordance with the Air Force Tongue and Quill is required.
  • Ability to develop meeting agendas, presentations, and briefing materials for senior executives is required.
  • A thorough understanding of organizational goals, priorities, and policies to assemble reports, respond to inquiries, and resolve challenges is required.
  • Ability to facilitate and track official taskers across multiple locations using designated management tools, ensuring timely and accurate completion, is required.
  • Expertise and operational competence with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, Microsoft Teams, ZoomGov, the Defense Travel System, the Air Force Records Information Management System, and the Task Management Tool are required.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare, format, and edit official correspondence according to Air Force writing standards, ensuring documents are free of grammatical and formatting errors.
  • Manage, screen, route, and track incoming and outgoing correspondence to meet suspense dates and comply with classification and handling requirements.
  • Manage postal and mail distribution for internal and external correspondence, including tracking receipt and delivery of United States Postal Service correspondence.
  • Manage leadership calendars in Microsoft Outlook, maintain accuracy, and proactively resolve scheduling conflicts.
  • Coordinate meeting logistics, including reserving rooms, arranging audio/visual equipment, and distributing meeting materials at least 24 hours before the event.
  • Prepare meeting agendas, presentations, and briefing materials according to established timelines.
  • Assist with planning, coordinating, and providing on-site support for special events such as conferences and ceremonies.
  • Prepare and manage leadership travel arrangements as requested in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations; prepare and reconcile travel authorizations and vouchers using the Defense Travel System.
  • Monitor, track, and follow up on action items and suspense items using government-provided tools.
  • Route, track, and close taskers on time; provide status updates, respond to information requests, and maintain a centralized task management system.
  • Maintain electronic and paper records in compliance with Air Force Instruction 33-322, the approved records plan, and governing directives; file, label, store, and dispose of records according to approved retention schedules; and assist with records searches and retrievals.
  • Manage phone and email communications by responding to inquiries within one business day, routing calls, and prioritizing messages.
  • Coordinate visitor access in compliance with security protocols, including preparing passes and escorting visitors.
  • Monitor and order office supplies to maintain adequate stock for uninterrupted office operations.
Desired Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is highly preferred.
  • Two to four years of relevant experience is highly preferred.

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