The Wheel and Brake Shop Mechanic is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, overhaul, and functional testing of aircraft wheels, brakes, tires, and associated components in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer maintenance manuals, and Phoenix Air Group policies. This position supports multiple aircraft types operated by Phoenix Air Group and plays a critical role in ensuring aircraft safety, reliability, and mission readiness.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform inspection, disassembly, cleaning, repair, assembly, and functional testing of aircraft wheel and brake assemblies
• Replace brake linings, seals, bearings, bolts, and hardware in accordance with approved data
• Service, mount, demount, inflate, and balance aircraft tires
• Perform corrosion control, painting, and preservation of wheel and brake components as required
• Conduct component measurements, wear checks, and life-limit tracking
• Utilize calibrated tools, torque wrenches, and test equipment correctly
• Ensure all work is accomplished in compliance with FAA regulations (14 CFR), Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), and Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM) 
• Properly document all maintenance actions in aircraft and component records
• Maintain a clean, organized, and FOD-free shop environment

• Federal Aviation Administration Airframe Certificate (Powerplant preferred)
• Working knowledge of aircraft wheel and brake system
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, manuals, drawings, and illustrated parts catalogs
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Talk and/or hear routinely throughout the day
• Sitting is required
• Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and/or balancing all day
• Use fingers and hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Work in hangars, on the flight line, or in repair shops utilizing hand, power tools, test equipment
• Work outdoors in inclement weather conditions enduring high noise levels when making emergency repairs

Must be able to pass drug and background screen. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.