Aircraft Mechanic II (Avionics Electrician)

Akima; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Readiness Support (ARS) in Topeka, Kansas, is seeking UH-60 Mechanics to perform scheduled inspections, repairs and maintenance on aircraft systems and subsystems. You will inspect, troubleshoot, and document maintenance actions, using required tools and manuals, and ensure compliance with regulations.

The role requires U.S. citizenship, a valid driver's license, and owning the tools listed in the job description.

Qualifications

• Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting repair procedures and replacement of parts.
• Must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, and micrometers.
• This job requires working knowledge of technical publications and will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.
• Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty.
• Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions.
• Applies required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation.
• Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as Blueprints or manufactures' manuals.

Skills

UH-60 maintenance experience

Aircraft troubleshooting

Prioritize workload

Tools

Test equipment

Torque wrenches

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Job description

ARS is looking for UH-60 Mechanics to work in Topeka, Kansas.

UH-60 mechanic will perform scheduled inspections, repairs and maintenance on aircraft systems and subsystems, to include the lubrication of required components and the removal and installation of aircraft subsystems, using special tools and equipment as required; assists in the troubleshooting and inspection of aircraft systems, subsystems, and components according to all applicable technical publications and regulations; diagnoses and troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft subsystems; maintains aircraft historical forms and records.

Responsibilities

• Maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty.
• Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions.
• Applies required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation.
• Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as Blueprints or manufactures' manuals.

Qualifications

• Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting repair procedures and replacement of parts.
• Must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, and micrometers.
• UH-60 maintenance experience.
• Have their own tools in accordance with US Army 15T toolbox standards (preferred)
• This job requires working knowledge of technical publications and will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.
• Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid driver's license.

Job ID

2026-22215

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Readiness Support (ARS), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support 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 ARS, 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, ARS 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, ARS delivers comprehensive supply, transportation, and maintenance services designed to optimize and maintain operations.

As an ARS 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.

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