Aircraft Mechanic I - MH-47 SOATB

Akima; Tennessee; On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima (ATS) is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic I to support MH47 operations at Fort Campbell, KY. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining aircraft systems on the MH47 platform, maintaining logs, and interpreting manuals and service data.

The role requires US citizenship, the ability to obtain a secret clearance, 6+ years Army aviation experience, travel readiness, and owning a toolbox with the capability to lift 50 pounds. MH47 experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience in Army aviation.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supports the SOATB MH47 program.
• Emphasis on flight line maintenance.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions on aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulics, engines, APU, ventilation and heating systems.

Skills

Aviation experience

US citizen

Secret clearance

Tools

Aircraft special tools

Test sets

Job description

ATS is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic to work in Fort Campbell, KY. To join our team of outstanding professionals,

The Aircraft Mechanic 1 troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces MH47 functional components including rigging, flight controls, components, plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, and special tools/test sets.

Responsibilities

• Candidate supports the SOATB MH47 program.
• Emphasis will be on flight line maintenance.
• The Aircraft Mechanic I troubleshoots malfunctions on aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulics, engines, axillary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems.
• Will enter maintenance in ACN logbook system.
• Candidate will read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
• 6+ years' experience in Army aviation.
• Ability to travel 1-2 weeks at a time / complete TDY assignments.
• Must be able to pass a basic physical to operate equipment/vehicles on the flight line and be a member of the aircraft towing team.
• Experience using aircraft special tools and test sets.
• Must have own tools/toolbox.
• Must be able to climb on and around aircraft and use maintenance stands.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Experience with MH47 aircraft is desirable.

2026-26056

On-Site

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.