Gunsmith II
Akima
Maintain, repair, and inspect military small arms, overseeing a gunsmith team.
14 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Fort Sill, OK
Onsite
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
Technical Services
Consulting
Operations & Maintenance
Logistics
IT Services
Sector Specialisms
Facilities & Ground Logistics
Information Technology
Aerospace Solutions
Protective Services
Systems Engineering
Mission Support
Government Security Operations
Detention Management Operations
Role
What you would be doing
firearm repair
component repair
field maintenance
weapon testing
tool management
safety management
- Complete and manage documentation, including work orders, parts tracking, and status reports.
- Potentially serve as an instructor on standard and non-standard small arms weapon systems.
- Manage relationships with supporting Units to foster a positive work environment and resolve conflicts professionally.
- Diagnose issues, perform repairs, and ensure all firearms meet safety and performance standards.
- Oversee a team of lower-level gunsmiths, manage maintenance schedules, and ensure workload efficiency.
- Repair and replace weapon system components such as springs, triggers, firing pins, and barrels.
- Maintain proper workstations, tools, key control, and bench stock inventories.
- This position is responsible for conducting field and limited sustainment-level maintenance on a variety of military small arms, including carbines, pistols, and machine guns.
- Make precision timing adjustments, perform operational checks, and test-fire weapons as needed for accuracy and safety.
- Actively manage safety, quality, and efficiency for all assigned tasks.
What you bring
office 365
gcss-army
gunsmithing
technical manuals
problem solving
highschool diploma
- Working knowledge (proficient) of Microsoft Office 365(Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
- Relevant experience in the repair and maintenance of small arms.
- Have a thorough understanding of firearm operation principles, has a moderate knowledge of internal/external ballistic theories.
- Attendance at a formal one-to-two-year accredited in-house gun-smithing course or 2-3 years of Gun Smith II experience.
- Proven problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges and finding solutions.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Possess a deeper knowledge of gunsmithing.
- Must possess and continuously maintain a current state driver's license.
- Be thoroughly familiar with the US Technical manuals (TMs).
- Experience with GCSS-Army.
- Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) to obtain a CAC.
- In addition to performing all functions of a Level I and Level II Gunsmith, the Gunsmith Level II position typically requires attendance to a factory Armorer's course with a focus on small arms.
- Knowledge of U.S. Army procedures and logistics information system.
- Highschool diploma or GED equivalent.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent legal resident with oral and written fluency in the English language.
- Ideal candidate will have completed prerequisite training for Army Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 91F2O/3O - Small Arms/Artillery Repair.
- Must receive a favorable background check and drug testing results.
- Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift, push, pull, a minimum of 40 pounds, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching.
- Possess excellent knowledge of gunsmithing tools and procedures and possess moderate knowledge of firearms operating principles and ballistics.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
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Security clearance- favorable background check and drug testing results required.
- must obtain and maintain a national agency check with inquiries (naci) for a cac.
Company
Overview
- Founded with a vision to support critical sectors, providing solutions across defense, intelligence, and civil sectors.
- Serves a broad spectrum of industries, including energy, infrastructure, and water resources.
- Delivered complex projects, such as large-scale infrastructure upgrades and energy management solutions.
- Projects often involve intricate logistical coordination, requiring a deep understanding of specialized markets.
- Approach is deeply collaborative, often working alongside government agencies and other key partners.
- Noteworthy projects include managing water resource systems and optimizing energy infrastructure for municipalities.
- Focus on operational excellence makes it a go-to partner for government and private sector organizations.
- Operate with honesty, transparency, and fairness.
- Foster teamwork and value the diverse perspectives of our people.
- Dedicated to delivering creative solutions and continuous improvement.
- Strive to exceed customer expectations in all that we do.
- Consistently deliver high-quality services and strive for continuous growth and development.
Net Zero by 2050
Long-term Sustainability Goal
Achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 reflects a commitment to combating climate change and reducing the carbon footprint.
- Committed to reducing environmental impact and fostering sustainable practices across operations.
- Supports energy efficiency initiatives and implements waste reduction practices in operations.
- Encourages environmental responsibility and sustainable practices across the supply chain.
- Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring equal opportunities for all employees.
- Values diverse perspectives and strives to create an inclusive workplace culture.
- Has set specific goals to increase diversity at all levels of the organization.
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