Overview

Work Where it Matters

Akima Logistics Services (ALS), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics 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 ALS, 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 , ALS 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 , ALS delivers aviation logistics and supply chain services to the Department of Defense and federal civilian government.

As an ALS 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:

Akima Logistics Services is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic to work in Germany. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs aircraft maintenance transit inspections and fault resolution.

• Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.

• Cleans parts, using cleaning solutions, and polishing and lapping compounds.

• Performs work under general supervision.

• Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.

• Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Must possess a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License for a minimum of two years.

• Must have at least 7 years of aircraft mechanic experience.

• Valid U.S. driver's license.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active U.S. Secret security clearance (preference will be given to those with an active clearance)

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English as well as read and interpret instructions from technical manuals, blueprints, and internal company documents.

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

• Work with little or no supervision and accomplish assignments in a timely and quality manner.

• Must have the ability to deploy to overseas locations on short notice.

• Perform all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance for the Air Force C-21 fleet.

• Comply with Air Force aircraft records procedures.

• Ensures aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded and corrected in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract.

• Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufacturer's manuals.

• Work typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems.

• A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tension-meters, sheet metal brakes/sheers, etc. is required.

• Must possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike.

• Must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule.

• Will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.

• Be physically able to deploy with aircraft/unit to overseas locations.

Desired Qualifications:

• 5 years or more Learjet experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, 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 contact information).

Job: Maintenance & Repair

Travel: Yes, 25% of the time

Organization: ALS - Akima Logistics Services

Clearance: Interim Secret

Work Type: On-Site

Remote: No

ReqID: 2024-11154