Andrew Brown
Bishops Waltham,Hampshire
Summary
After completing my apprenticeship at R.N.A.Y Fleetlands as an airframe/engine technician I have gained nearly 30 years of experience in the aerospace industry. I have a comprehensive knowledge of aircraft systems, structures and modifications with a focus rotary wing platforms but also have a skill base that has been utilised to great effect on several major fixed wing modification projects for both the military and civilian operators, often holding specific security clearances and always achieving the highest levels of quality and productivity. Working within a team or alone I am a capable and motivated employee, often responsible for the direction and training of others. I have comprehensive tool kits for both sheet metal & mechanical work also holding current qualifications in- Human factors, Fuel tank safety and EWIS.
Overview
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1
Certification
37
37
years of professional experience
Work history
Airframe Engine technician
Standard Aero Gosport (M.P.I)
Gosport, Hampshire
2022.11 - 2026.05
- Working as a member of the M.P.I price work team in support the Boeing Chinook "Through life support program"
- Responsible for the implementation of major repairs to primary and secondary structure, including casting changes, skin repairs and replacement, component removal, installation and corrosion control.
- Working closely with Aircraft technical supervisors and engineering support developing repair schemes in accordance with the relevant A.M.M, technical drawings/instructions and Boeing repair procedures.
- Ensuring quality control processes are adhered to, maintaining a safe and clean work environment in accordance with H.S.E directives.
- Contract
Modifications technician.
Alstom train care.
Eastleigh, Hampshire
2022.01 - 2022.11
- Working on type 701 rolling stock embodying modifications and performing corrective/test work.
- Contract
Unlicensed Aircraft engineer.
Gama Aviation Engineering Limited.
Christchurch
2017.08 - 2022.01
- Phase and out of phase inspections of Beachcraft king air 200 and 300 series aircraft.
- Performing rectification, and modification work as required.
- Performing major structural modifications and repair work on Britten Norman Islander aircraft, twin commander aircraft and Beachcraft King air 300 series aircraft.
- Performing component and sub-assembly inspection, repair and modification work off wing, for numerous different types.
- Permanent
Airframe / Engine technician.
Britten-Norman Aircraft
Bembridge, Isle of Wight
2015.02 - 2016.03
- Working within the sites mil part 145 section, I was responsible for the strip and survey of the Islander S4 aircrafts flight control surfaces,(ailerons, flaps, elevators and rudder assemblies) and performing any required re-work.
- I also became involved in the sites mil part 21 section building several components from new, including undercharge fairing and numerous components required for modification programs.
- Contract
Airframe / Engine technician.
Vector Aerospace.
Gosport, Hampshire
2008.02 - 2014.09
- Working initially for several months on the Boing Chinook D2 (depth 2) line as a contractor and then in a permanent position working within the seaking business units D2 line on mk 3,4,5,and 7 seakings helicopters.
- In teams working under tool control conditions, the aircraft were stripped to a component level, and surveyed in accordance with the relevant documentation and drawings.
- In teams working under tool control conditions, the aircraft were stripped to a component level, surveyed, repaired and modified in accordance with the relevant documentation and drawings.
- Permanent
Airframe / Engine technician.
Bristow Helicopters.
Redhill, Surrey
1999.09 - 2008.02
- Working as an airframe engine technician performing engineering maintenance on several aircraft types including-AS 332L super puma, Bell 212 & 412, Sikorsky S-61 & S-76C helicopters.
- Permanent
Airframe / Engine technician.
International
1996.01 - 1999.08
- Working as a contractor, for operators of both civilian and military aircraft. Performing maintenance and structural activities on both fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
- Self-Employed.
Airframe / Engine technician.
R.N.A.Y Fleetlands.
Gosport, Hampshire
1989.09 - 1996.06
- Completed a four year indentured apprenticeship to qualify as an airframe and engine technician.
- Park lane tertiary college, Also spending three years of day release to Fareham tertiary collage City and Guilds level 3 Aeronautical engineering.
Education
A-levels - Geography and Design and realisation.
Fareham tertiary collage.
G.C.S.E - Maths, English, geography, History, Design, science & art.
Crofton secondary school.
Certification
- EWIS Target group 1and 2. cco.com October 2022
- Fuel tank safety phase 1 and 2. cco.com October 2022
- Human factors in aircraft maintenance. cco.com October 2022
- Manual handling/ Working at height/ COSHH/ Health and safety essentials. iHASCO Training at Gama Aviation PLC. November 2021
- I.P.A.F Qualification. IPAF Approved Training Centre. June 2021
REFERENCES
References available on request
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
Piloting drones / flight simulators.
Timeline
Airframe Engine technician
Standard Aero Gosport (M.P.I)
2022.11 - 2026.05
Modifications technician.
Alstom train care.
2022.01 - 2022.11
Unlicensed Aircraft engineer.
Gama Aviation Engineering Limited.
2017.08 - 2022.01
Airframe / Engine technician.
Britten-Norman Aircraft
2015.02 - 2016.03
Airframe / Engine technician.
Vector Aerospace.
2008.02 - 2014.09
Airframe / Engine technician.
Bristow Helicopters.
1999.09 - 2008.02
Airframe / Engine technician.
International
1996.01 - 1999.08
Airframe / Engine technician.
R.N.A.Y Fleetlands.
1989.09 - 1996.06
G.C.S.E - Maths, English, geography, History, Design, science & art.
Crofton secondary school.
A-levels - Geography and Design and realisation.
Fareham tertiary collage.