Aircraft Mechanic III

Company 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.

Description:

ALS is looking for a Learjet/Corp Turbine A&P Mechanic to join our team Apply today

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Complies with written Company maintenance and logistics procedures.
• Complies with FAA regulations, as applicable.
• Complies with Air Force aircraft records procedures and ensure aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded and corrected in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract.
• Maintains a clean and organized workplace.
• Performs aircraft recovery missions as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.
• Performs all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance on the Air Force C-21 aircraft (commercial variant is a Learjet 35).
• Maintains, repairs and modifies aircraft structures, structural components and engines of complex to extreme difficulty.
• Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, avionics/electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components, and applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License for a minimum of two years.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security 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 75lbs.
• Work with little or no supervision and accomplish assignments in a timely, 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.
• Ensure aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded and corrected in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract.

Benefits Information: CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. Pay Range: $53.51/hr Job ID: Work Type: On-Site