Aircraft Mechanic (A&P preferred) at Akima, LLC in Elizabeth City, North Carolina

Job 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. 

Job Summary:

ATS is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic to join our team of outstanding professionals!  Apply today!

Job Responsibilities:

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

  
  


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

  
  


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  Analyze equipment failures to determine cause and recommend corrective action.

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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  Execute all required paperwork in conjunction with assigned normal duties.

  
  


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

  
  


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  Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

  
  


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  Use and operate Ground Support Equipment in a safe manner.

  
  


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

  
  


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  Follow all safety procedures and specifications.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications: 

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  A valid FAA Airframe and Power plant Mechanic Certificate (A&P Certificate) preferred.

  
  


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  High School diploma or equivalent.

  
  


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  At least 3 years of aviation maintenance experience (turbo-prop experience preferred).

  
  


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  A valid U.S. Driver’s License.

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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  Proficiency in the Windows operating system/environment.

  
  

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.  If you are an individual with a disability, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contract information). 

 

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