Full-Time

Aircraft Mechanic

Deadline 8/5/27
Akima

Akima

1,001-5,000 employees

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Anchorage, AK, USA

In Person

Category
Aerospace Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • Possess a valid Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Maintenance Technician license with an Airframe and/or Power Plant rating.
  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Be willing to work in inclement weather.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or show proof of the right to work in the United States.
  • Possess a valid driver's license.
  • Be able to lift 60 pounds comfortably.
  • Fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Work under stressful situations and tight time constraints.
  • Work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules.
  • Successfully complete a background investigation, including Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprints, criminal history checks, and a pre-employment drug test.
  • Lift, carry, move, push, pull, and install 30–50 pound components unassisted.
  • Have 20/20 corrected vision, hear verbal communications clearly, and wear all required personal protective equipment.
  • Work from lift platforms as high as 100 feet and use ladders and stair platforms at the stated heights.
  • Operate vehicles and airport-related heavy equipment.
  • Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Speak effectively with customers or organizational employees.
  • Perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, and diagrammed instructions.
  • Deal with problems involving multiple concrete variables in standardized situations.
Responsibilities
  • Perform aircraft maintenance transit inspections and fault resolution.
  • Conduct aircraft system testing and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Remove and replace defective parts, including final operational checks.
  • Operate the power tools and equipment necessary to complete job assignments.
  • Complete all required maintenance records accurately and promptly.
  • Interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
  • Operate related ground-handling equipment used to service aircraft.
  • Support company policies and safety programs.
  • Perform assigned tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Communicate with customers within and outside the United States.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor or manager.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with common transport-category aircraft such as Boeing 777, Boeing 747, Boeing 737, Boeing 767, and/or Airbus 319, 320, or 321 is a plus.
  • All levels of aircraft-maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.

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 ranked 31st on Washington Technology’s 2025 Top 100 contractors list.
  • FDA awarded Akima Secure Technologies a $9.8 million sole-source contract in September 2025.
  • Army and Air Force wins, including $73.3 million ERDS and $369 million T-7A work, sustain growth.

What critics are saying

  • Akima Facilities Operations faces a 2026 IAM union election at Fort Lewis.
  • Bowhead protested Akima’s Letterkenny task order on March 31, 2026, showing award volatility.
  • Heavy reliance on federal sole-source work exposes Akima if 8(a) preferences tighten.

What makes Akima unique

  • Akima won 8(a) sole-source ERDS work for Army on September 18, 2025.
  • Akima combines facilities, logistics, IT, aerospace, and construction across 11,000 employees.
  • Pinnacle acquisition added defense training and sustainment depth, including Air Force T-7A programs.

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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