Aircraft Mechanic I

Akima; Fort Campbell North (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled aircraft mechanic/electrician to maintain and troubleshoot advanced rotary wing aircraft. This role involves working with electrical and avionics systems, ensuring the aircraft's operational readiness by performing repairs, replacements, and thorough inspections. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in rotary wing aviation and be capable of interpreting complex technical data. Join a dedicated team that values innovation and diversity while contributing to vital federal projects that make a real difference. Enjoy a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Competitive Pay

Growth Opportunities

Excellent Retirement Options

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in rotary wing aviation, preferably with MH-47/MH-6/MH-60.
• Must be able to obtain a secret clearance and have own tools/toolbox.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace aircraft wiring, troubleshoot electrical systems, and replace components.
• Read schematics and interpret maintenance manuals to repair malfunctioning components.

Skills

Aircraft Electrical Systems Troubleshooting

Avionics Systems Maintenance

Soldering Certification

Technical Publications Interpretation

Use of Multi-Meters

Independent Work

Physical Fitness for Flight Line Operations

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Aviation Maintenance

Tools

Multi-Meter

Avionic Test Sets

Electronic Logbook Systems (ACN)

Job description

This aircraft mechanic I electrician/avionic mechanic maintains and troubleshoots MH-47G aircraft, as it pertains to electrical and avionics systems, sub-systems, communications, navigation systems, weapons, and aircraft survivability equipment.

Responsibilities

• This mechanic will be required to repair and replace aircraft wiring, troubleshoot aircraft electrical systems, and replace components as instructed in technical publications, IETMS, and other service guidance publications.
• The mechanic will need to be able to use a multi-meter as well as other standard avionic test sets in order to maintain and troubleshoot aircraft systems.
• This worker reads schematics, interprets maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and methods of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• This mechanic must be able to work independently during travel and while at home station while performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in the hangar and on the flight line.
• This mechanic must be able to perform administrative actions when it comes to aircraft forms and records on electronic systems being utilized by the organization such as ACN and Hydra.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
• 6+ years' experience in rotary wing aviation. MH-47/MH-6/MH-60 experience desirable.
• Ability to travel 1-2 weeks at a time for TDY assignments.
• Must have own tools/toolbox.
• Experience with ACN or other electronic logbook system.
• Experience using multi-meters and other applicable tools.
• Must be able to be certified in basic soldering and pass a solder vision test.
• May be required to pass a basic physical to operate equipment on the flight line and move aircraft.

Job ID

2025-16819
Work Type

On-Site
Company 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.