Aircraft Mechanic II - Sheet Metal, Pope Army Airfield

Akima Technical Solutions (ATS) is looking for Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic to join our team work at Pope Army Airfield, NC. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

• Experience in the maintenance, repair, and modification of aircraft structures, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality. 

• Inspecting, repairing, and maintaining aircraft sheet metal structures. 

• Performing modifications and installations based on engineering drawings and specifications.

• Using precision measuring tools to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, technical manuals, and other documents.

• Conducting routine and non-routine maintenance tasks. Collaborating with other aviation professionals to ensure efficient and effective operations. 

• Adhering to all safety regulations and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

• Candidate shall apply comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation, schematics and manufacturer's manuals. Mush be able to prioritize workload to meet day to day flight schedules and work with higher leadership when necessary.
• Candidate shall possess excellent organizational skills and capable of prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedules.

• Must have thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair.
• Must have basic knowledge of electrical theory, must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and shears.
• This job requires working knowledge of technical publications. The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required from supervisors and higher-level technicians, will occasionally be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.

• Certification in Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanics or related field.

• Must have experience in aircraft sheet metal work to include composite repair.  

• Supervisory experience is a must.  Able to conduct shift lead duties when required.

• Must be able to prioritize workload to meet day to day flight schedules and work with higher leadership when necessary.
• Must have a valid State driver's license.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Able to obtain and hold Secret Clearance.
• Must have good leadership skills, to include strong written and verbal communication skills.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Technical Solutions (ATS), an Akima company, is not just another federal technical solutions 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 ATS, 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, ATS 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, ATS delivers a full spectrum of logistics and supply chain services that meet our customers’ most stringent mandates and metrics.

As an ATS 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.