Gunsmith III

Akima; Jolon (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CBA Benefits

Job summary

Akima Facilities Operations seeks a Gunsmith III to join on-site at Fort Hunter Liggett, CA. You will perform complex diagnostics, disassemble and overhaul small arms, and calibrate weapon systems while maintaining vault security and precise documentation.

Role includes mentoring junior staff, ensuring compliance with manuals, and leading technical troubleshooting. Federal contractor environment with rigorous standards and physical requirements for the position.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of professional small arms repair experience or equivalent military/civilian small arms training.
• Completed 92Y UNIT ARMORER CERTIFICATION COURSE: 551-F29 (MTT-A/G) or equivalent civilian training.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result and obtain/maintain a CAC.
• Physical capability to lift 50 pounds and perform required movements.
• High School Diploma / GED.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial acceptance checks, teardowns, and advanced diagnostics of weapon malfunctions.
• Replace worn, broken, or obsolete parts on firearms and heavy ordnance per manuals.
• Align, adjust, and test-fire repaired weapon systems for accuracy.
• Maintain vault security, inventory accountability, and detailed maintenance logs.
• Train, mentor, and supervise junior gunsmithing personnel.

Skills

8–10 years small arms repair exp./MOS

92Y Armor Certification

Microsoft Office Suite

Drug test & background screening

CAC eligibility

Physically able to lift 50 lbs

High School Diploma / GED

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma / GED

92Y UNIT ARMORER CERTIFICATION COURSE: 551-F29 (MTT-A/G)

CDL with Passenger Endorsement

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Akima Facilities Operations is looking for a Gunsmith III to work in Fort Hunter Liggett, CA. To join our team of outstanding professionals,

Gunsmith III is a senior, journeyman-level small arms repairer. They handle complex disassembly, diagnosing, overhauling, and calibrating of mechanical and electronic weapon systems, tactical accessories, and heavy ordnance, while ensuring strict vault security, precise documentation, and mentorship for junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Inspection & Diagnostics: Perform initial acceptance checks, complete teardowns, and advanced troubleshooting of structural, mechanical, or electronic weapon malfunctions using specialized diagnostic tools.
• Repair & Overhaul: Replace worn, broken, or obsolete parts on pistols, rifles, shotguns, submachine guns, and heavy artillery in strict accordance with technical manuals and manufacturer specs.
• Testing & Calibration: Align, adjust, and test-fire repaired weapon systems to verify optimal function, precision, and accuracy.
• Compliance & Security: Maintain physical vault safety, strict inventory accountability for sensitive items and ammunition, and accurate maintenance logs.
• Leadership: Train, mentor, and supervise subordinate armorers and lower-level gunsmithing personnel.

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of professional small arms repair experience or equivalent military/civilian small arms training like MOS 45/91F series.
• Completed 92Y UNIT ARMORER CERTIFICATION COURSE: 551-F29 (MTT-A/G) or equivalent civilian training.
• Experienced user with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result and obtain/maintain a CAC.
• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching.
• High School Diploma / GED.
• Valid driver's license

Desired Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited gunsmithing program and specific manufacturer armorer certifications completed factory Armorer’s courses.
• Supervisor experience in unit armory operations.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• CDL with Passenger Endorsement.

This position is contingent upon funding. Applicants selected may beoffered but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed.

Job ID

2026-26505

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

42.34

Benefits

CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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.

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.