Akima · 5 hours ago
Aircraft Mechanic (A&P)
Colorado Springs, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$45.44/hr - $45.44/hrAkima Logistics Services is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic (A&P) to support the daily flying mission at the United States Air Force Academy. The role involves servicing, repairing, and overhauling aircraft and engines to ensure airworthiness, as well as conducting inspections and troubleshooting deficiencies reported by aircrew.
ConstructionConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyLogisticsManagement ConsultingSupply Chain ManagementTechnical Support
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Services, repairs, and overhauls aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness
Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills
Reads and interprets OEM maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
Examines engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks and evaluates operating engines to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burnt valves
Inspects turbine blades to detect cracks or breaks
Tests engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, fuel pressure test, and ammeter to locate source of malfunction
Replaces or repairs worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators, and magnetos, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment
Removes engine from aircraft, using hoist
Disassembles and inspects parts for wear, warping, or other defects
Repairs or replaces defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft
Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories
Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes
Required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration with current Airframe and Powerplant license
Service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition
Specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies
Perform routine inspections such as 50- and 100-hour inspections, assist or lead annual inspections or any other OEM mandated inspection with ability to meet provided deadlines
Ability to test run and taxi aircraft during busy airport operations while communicating with air traffic control
Quickly troubleshoot and repair deficiencies reported by aircrew
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics
Ability to repair composites using specialized equipment a plus
Qualification
Required
Certificate: Airframe and Powerplant certificate with no enforcement actions
Driver's License: A valid state issued driver's license
Must be a U.S. citizen
Preferred
Inspection Authorization preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products a plus
Ability to repair composites using specialized equipment a plus
Benefits
CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Company
Akima
Akima focuses on delivering services in the areas of logistics, IT, supply chain, systems engineering, construction and protective services.
Founded in 1995
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Jenkins
Group President
Michael Alvarado
Chief Growth Officer
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