Description
We are seeking an Associate Wheel and Brake Overhaul Technician to join our team at Boeing Distribution Inc (BDI), a leading provider of overhaul services for critical landing gear components. As a certified FAA Part 145 Repair Station, we ensure that all wheel and brake assemblies meet the highest standards of airworthiness and safety before being returned to service. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end overhaul process of critical landing gear components, requiring a high degree of precision, mechanical aptitude, and strict adherence to technical data.
Responsibilities:
- Disassemble complex wheel and brake units, including the removal of tires, bearings, and hydraulic components, and perform industrial cleaning and grit blasting to prepare parts for inspection.
- Perform repairs, modifications, and overhauls on carbon and steel brake assemblies and wheel hubs in accordance with Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs).
- Reassemble components, ensuring proper torque and balance, and conduct functional and pressure testing to verify hydraulic integrity and leak-free operation.
- Accurately complete all maintenance records, work orders, and FAA-required documentation, ensuring all work aligns with the Repair Station Manual (RSM) and Quality Control Manual (QCM).
- Work in a shop environment that includes exposure to noise, vibrations, and hazardous materials.
Requirements:
- Ability to read and interpret blue print drawings, CMMs, illustrated parts catalogs (IPCs), and service bulletins.
- 3+ years of experience using hand tools, torque wrenches, hydraulic presses, and precision measuring equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and stand for extended periods.
- Precision-driven work requires manual dexterity and keen attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A&P Certification.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- 1+ year of experience in an aircraft component repair or overhaul environment, specifically with wheels and brakes.
- Understanding of FAA Part 145 regulations and documentation standards.
Benefits:
- Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
- Eligible employees can enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
Pay Range:
- $44,000 - $62,000