Senior Gunsmith & Lead Armorer – Small Arms Mastery

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 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.