Aircraft Mechanic – A&P at Akima, LLC in Fayetteville, North Carolina

Job Description:

Akima Technical Solutions (ATS) provides a full spectrum of air operations support services at numerous Army and Air Force installations, including fuel management, aircraft maintenance, airfield support, ground equipment maintenance, transportation, material management, warehousing and distribution, and procurement services. Our personnel enjoy competitive benefits packages and challenging roles in work environments committed to safety, diversity and opportunity for career growth. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), 100% of our company’s profits go back to our more than 14,000 Iñupiat shareholders that have resided near and above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. Our business helps support their way of life and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived in a challenging environment.

Are you looking to be a part of a team that your knowledge and experience will make a difference and your expertise is greatly valued? If so, apply today! 

Responsibilities:

• Duties include line servicing, inspection, repair, and modification of aircraft and/or aircraft systems and components.


• Apply technical knowledge to repair aircraft discrepancies efficiently while properly documenting all work performed.


• Analyze equipment failures to determine cause and recommend corrective action.


• Perform such typical maintenance operations as the removal and replacement of aircraft and powerplant components that require bolting, torquing, adjusting, rigging, and safety wiring to include powerplant and flight control removal/installation.


• Troubleshoot, repair, clean, service, inspect, modify, replace, and/or overhaul aircraft and aircraft systems using approved technical data to ensure airworthiness.


• Execute all required paperwork in conjunction with assigned normal duties.


• Work with little or no supervision and accomplish assignments with little or no rework.


• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.


• Use and operate Ground Support Equipment in a safe manner.


• Interface effectively with members of management, other departments, and co-workers.


• Follow all safety procedures and specifications.

• A valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate (A&P Certificate) required.


• High School diploma or equivalent.


• At least 5 years of aviation maintenance experience (turbo-prop experience preferred).


• A valid U.S. Driver’s License


• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.


• Physical capability to work in tight spaces, at heights, on wings, use ladders, operate tugs, operate lifts, and lift 75 lbs.


• Must be able to read, write, and speak English, able to interpret instructions from technical manuals and internal Company documents.


• Proficiency in the Windows operating system/environment.


• Must be able to stand, sit, bend, reach and walk for extended periods of time.


• Must be able to work in all types of weather.

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description generally cover the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Subject to the terms of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the company management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary.  We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you have a physical and/or mental disability and are interested in applying for employment and need special accommodations to use our website to apply for a position please contact, Recruiting Services at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053.   Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

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