The Backshops Technical Inspector performs Quality Control functions in an aircraft component backshops facility. Maintains historical records and approves repairs to aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components. Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation, and applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as; blueprints or manufactures manuals. Job requirements: must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft component modifications and repair, must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers. This job requires working knowledge of technical publications. The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records. Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.

• The Backshops Technical Inspector performs Quality Control functions in an aircraft component backshops facility.
• Maintains historical records and approves repairs to aircraft components including but not limited to prop and rotor components, flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• A minimum of 6 years in rotary wing aviation maintenance/backshop experience.
• Very knowledgeable with aircraft and component historical records.
• Very knowledgeable in ACN or equivalent electronic aircraft records systems. 
• Very knowledgeable with technical publications. 
• Must possess or be able to obtain security clearance SECRET level or higher.

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.