Gunsmith II, Base Ops

Akima, LLC; Fort Cavazos Motorcycle and POV Campus (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage

Health fringe benefit

Job summary

Akima Faclities Operations (AFO) seeks a Gunsmith II to join the Fort Hood, TX team. The role designs, fabricates, modifies, repairs and services firearms and accessories, using hand and machine tools, with knowledge of munitions and ballistics.

Training and safety procedures are emphasized in a small-arms environment. Responsibilities include detailed assembly/disassembly of weapons, shop safety, tooling operation, ammo handling, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have completed 92Y UNIT ARMORER CERTIFICATION COURSE: 551-F29 (MTT-A/G) or equivalent civilian training.
• Must have 4+ years of experience working as military Unit Armorer.
• Must have experienced user with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have the ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result and obtain/maintain a CAC.
• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching.

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed assembly and disassembly of foreign and domestic small arms weapons including small arms inspection, maintenance, and major repairs.
• Possesses excellent, comprehensive knowledge of the tools (i.e. hammers, punches, files, stones, etc.) and gauges needed to perform assigned duties.
• Has extensive knowledge in the operation of gun-smiting machinery such as lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, etc., as well as moderate knowledge of tooling used with those machines.
• Possesses moderate knowledge of firearms operating principles and ballistics.
• Establishes shop safety procedures needed to work in a small arms environment.
• Performs support functions for the shop, to include bead blasting and preparing metal parts for refinishing.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of firearm operation principles, has a moderate knowledge of internal/external ballistic theories, can fabricate special jigs, fixtures and other special tooling.
• Performs support functions which include, ammo inventory and residue turn-in, publication and catalogue updates, tool and capital equipment maintenance, calibration control, weapons cleaning and organizational level weapons maintenance.
• Experienced in military logistics and security requirements/regulations associated with management of small arms.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma / GED

UNIT ARMORER CERTIFICATION COURSE (92Y)

Tools

CAC clearance

Job description

Akima Faclities Operations (AFO) is looking for a Gunsmith II to work in Fort Hood, TX. To join our team of outstanding professionals,

The Gunsmith II can design, fabricate, modify, repair and service foreign and domestic firearms, weapons and accessories. Employee possesses required knowledge in the use of hand tools, machine tools, and other equipment necessary to perform assigned duties. This employee has necessary knowledge of munitions and ballistics to accomplish assigned tasks. All required knowledge is typically obtained through technical schools and/or on the job experience. This incumbent plans and conducts training as required.

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed assembly and disassembly of foreign and domestic small arms weapons including small arms inspection, maintenance, and major repairs.
• Possesses excellent, comprehensive knowledge of the tools (i.e. hammers, punches, files, stones, etc.) and gauges needed to perform assigned duties.
• Has extensive knowledge in the operation of gun-smiting machinery such as lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, etc., as well as moderate knowledge of tooling used with those machines.
• Possesses moderate knowledge of firearms operating principles and ballistics.
• Establishes shop safety procedures needed to work in a small arms environment.
• Performs support functions for the shop, to include bead blasting and preparing metal parts for refinishing.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of firearm operation principles, has a moderate knowledge of internal/external ballistic theories, can fabricate special jigs, fixtures and other special tooling.
• Performs support functions which include, ammo inventory and residue turn-in, publication and catalogue updates, tool and capital equipment maintenance, calibration control, weapons cleaning and organizational level weapons maintenance.
• Experienced in military logistics and security requirements/regulations associated with management of small arms.

Qualifications

• Must have completed 92Y UNIT ARMORER CERTIFICATION COURSE: 551-F29 (MTT-A/G) or equivalent civilian training.
• Must have 4+ years of experience working as military Unit Armorer.
• Must have experienced user with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have the ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result and obtain/maintain a CAC.
• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching.

Desired Qualifications

• Completed factory Armorer’s courses.
• Supervisor experience in unit armory operations.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• CDL with Passenger Endorsement.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma / GED.

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Compensation: $22.84.
• Hourly Health & Welfare Fringe: $5.09.

This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be offered a job but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed.

Job ID

2026-25892

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Faclities 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.

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.

For our shareholders, 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.