General Maintenance Worker (GSE/Small Arms)

Akima; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to perform field- and sustainment-level maintenance, inspection, and repair of Small Arms Weapons Systems, Night Vision Devices, and Tactical Communications Electronics.

The role also includes serving as Ground Support Helper, assisting senior mechanics with PMCS, troubleshooting ground support equipment, and maintaining detailed maintenance logs under supervision.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Formal gunsmithing training or equivalent military/civilian 45/91F repair experience.
• Two years administrative experience with knowledge of military operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary Journeyman repairer for small arms, weapons mounts and related gear.
• Perform initial inspections, disassembly, and parts replacement per manuals and MWOs.
• Diagnose electronic malfunctions using TMDE and calibrate systems to spec.
• Assist with PMCS, servicing, staging, and troubleshooting of GSE and mobile power units.
• Maintain accurate logs, inventory control, and secure handling of weapons per regulations.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Ground support equipment

Soldering / desoldering

Communication equipment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Formal gunsmithing course / 91F training

Tools

TMDE

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Soldering station

Job description

AFO is looking for a General Maintenance Technician to work in Colorado Springs, CO.

This position serves as a multi-disciplined General Maintenance Technician responsible for field- and sustainment-level maintenance, inspection, and repair of Small Arms Weapons Systems, Night Vision Devices (NVDs), Tactical Communications Electronics, as well as providing operational assistance and maintenance support as a Ground Support Helper.

In the weapons domain, the position requires the equivalent of a formal one- to two-year accredited gunsmithing course or prior service as a gunsmith technician / 91F Small Arms/Towed Artillery Repairer. The incumbent possesses an expert understanding of internal, external, and terminal ballistics with zero supervision.

The technician maintains, repairs, troubleshoots, and installs various electronic systems, including transmitting/receiving equipment (radio, telecommunications, navigational aids), computing terminals, and measuring/controlling devices. They apply technical knowledge of electronics principles, schematics, and manufacturer manuals to diagnose malfunctions and restore systems to optimal operational status.

In the Ground Support role, the technician functions as a Ground Support Helper, assisting senior mechanics and technicians with scheduled maintenance, servicing, staging, marshaling, and basic troubleshooting of ground support equipment (GSE), power generation units, and material handling assets.

The technician works under immediate supervision for complex electronic tasks, receiving technical guidance as required from senior electronics technicians or supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary Journeyman repairer for all small arms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, carbines, grenade launchers, submachine guns, mortars, cannons, howitzers, and associated mounts, tripods, and tactical accessories.
• Performs initial acceptance inspections, complete disassembly, and thorough inspections using visual gauges and specialized testing. Replaces worn, broken, or obsolete parts per technical manuals, manufacturer specifications, and Department of the Army (DA) Modification Work Orders (MWOs).
• Conducts specialized borescope and pullover inspections on M1A2, M109A6, and other heavy cannon equipment, meticulously documenting findings on DA Form 2408-4.
• Diagnoses and isolates electronic malfunctions using Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) such as multimeters, signal generators, semiconductor testers, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes.
• Replace defective electronic components/wiring; adjusts mechanical and electronic assemblies using soldering/desoldering stations, hand tools, and alignment jigs. Calibrates control systems to exact technical tolerances.
• Assists with preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS), fluid servicing, battery maintenance, staging, and operational support on ground support equipment (GSE), mobile power carts, generators, and auxiliary ground units.
• Maintains physical vault security, chain-of-custody documentation, and strict inventory control for weapons, ammunition, sensitive items, and repair parts per military regulations.
• Maintains detailed, accurate maintenance logs, work orders, inspection sheets, calibration records, and man-hour expenditures.
• Performs other assigned duties, providing continuous operational support to the Ground Support Equipment section during downtimes and surge requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have a security clearance or able to obtain one (Preference will be given to those with an active clearance).
• Education: High School graduate or equivalent.
• Formal military or civilian training in small arms repair specific to 45/91F series.
• Experience:Two years administrative experience with some knowledge of military operations and schedules.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills.
• Must also possess a working knowledge of office tools/programs.

Job ID

2026-25673

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

23.63

Health & Welfare

5.09

Benefits

SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities 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.

For our shareholders

At AFO, 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.

AFO 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

AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO 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.