Entry Wheel and Brake Overhaul Technician
Core
Disassemble, repair, modify, and reassemble aircraft wheel and brake assemblies to ensure airworthiness and safety within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station.
Role type
Entry-level Aircraft Wheel and Brake Overhaul Technician
Builds
Certified landing gear components (wheels and brakes) for return to service
Domain
Aviation maintenance / Aerospace manufacturing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, precision work, ability to lift 35 lbs, experience with hand tools
Preferred skills
Technical training in aviation maintenance, experience with carbon and steel brake assemblies, understanding of FAA Part 145 regulations
Technologies
Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), Repair Station Manual (RSM), Quality Control Manual (QCM)
Responsibilities
Disassemble complex wheel and brake units including removal of tires, bearings, and hydraulic components; Perform industrial cleaning and grit blasting; Conduct functional and pressure testing to verify hydraulic integrity; Accurately complete all maintenance records and FAA-required documentation
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC