Aircraft Mechanic 1 - Structural Mechanic

Aircraft structural mechanic supporting phase and MWO work on MH-6/60/47 MDS rotary wing aircraft. 

Responsibilities

• Mechanic adjusts, repairs, or replaces aircraft structural systems and components on aircraft that are in scheduled or unscheduled maintenance.
• This mechanic performs repairs and inspections and enters work in the electronic logbook/phase book.
• Will be required to use brakes, shears, heat-treating ovens, grinders, sanders, and other powered tools in support of sheet metal operations.
• Will be required to use hand and air-powered tools to shoot, pull, buck, or otherwise install fasteners in structural repairs.
• Remove and install panels and assist the phase team with the teardown, inspection, repairs, and reassembly of the aircraft in addition to performing structural repairs.
• Will be required to be on a respiratory protection program and must pass a respirator/hex chrome physical. 

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Must have own tools/toolbox.
• Must have a minimum of 6 years in aircraft structural repair experience.
• Must be able to pass a respirator and hex chrome physical.
• May be required to pass a basic physical to support aircraft movement or drive a vehicle on the flight line.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb on aircraft, use maintenance stands, and be able to work in/on/around the aircraft. 
• Experience on MH-6/60/47 preferred.  Composite experience a plus.

Job ID

2026-25065
Work Type

On-Site
Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Technical Solutions (ATS), an Akima company, is not just another federal technical solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ATS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ATS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ATS delivers a full spectrum of logistics and supply chain services that meet our customers’ most stringent mandates and metrics.

As an ATS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.