Aircraft Component Shop Technician - (Contract Position)

About the Role

Performs repair and overhaul work for the component wheel/brake shop at 4049 SW 30th Ave, Hollywood, FL 33312.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and overhauls components and accessories in accordance with FAA and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) repair procedures and policies, ensuring conformance to prescribed standards and tolerances.
• Carries out diagnostic, repair, and overhaul tasks alongside technicians and specialists, following approved procedures.
• Personally performs or assists specialists in technically complex repairs.
• Follows appropriate manual references and utilizes proper tools for wheel, landing gear, and brake repairs.
• Adheres to production schedule; collaborates with the shop Lead and Production Maintenance Supervisor to address behind-schedule conditions.
• Completes work orders and repair orders, ensuring all documentation and FAA-required maintenance records and technical data are maintained.
• Monitors and tracks parts shortages; supports ordering materials to alleviate shortages.
• Briefs Lead or Production Maintenance Supervisor on repairs for quotations.
• Creates purchase requisitions for parts and tooling required.
• Communicates tooling requirements to Lead or Production Maintenance Supervisor.
• Engages in communications via email, telephone, and in-person as needed.
• Works with Lead to schedule third-party vendor tasks or services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with tools such as MS Office, Internet, Component Control, and Lotus Notes.
• 2-4 years of experience with wheel, brake, or landing gear repair/overhaul.
• FAA repair station or component shop experience.

Skills

• Mechanical aptitude and abilities.
• Experience with shop equipment, hand tools (pneumatic & manual), and blueprint reading.
• Familiarity with forklifts, pallet jacks, and hydraulic/mechanical systems.
• Component Maintenance Manual knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal skills, accountability, integrity, and teamwork.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work safely and professionally while adhering to OSHA, EPA, State, and Federal regulations.
• Must be able to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 without restrictions.
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts if required.
• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.

General Commitment

• Commitment to company values and compliance with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Incorporates Lean and P3E processes into daily activities.
• Strives for continuous improvement in processes and procedures.
• Protects confidential and proprietary information.
• Meets work schedule requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.