FAISAL M ALHAMAD
Summary
Experienced Aircraft Mechanic with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering from the University of South Wales and hands-on experience in Part-145 environments. Currently working at Oriens Aviation, carrying out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft, including fault diagnosis, structural repairs, and avionics upgrades, with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and operational reliability. Previously supported airline operations at SkyWheels Ltd., conducting defect investigations and repairs on aircraft wheels for B787 and B777, and gained valuable mechanical and electrical experience at Honeywell Aerospace, supporting aircraft such as the A380 and B737. Highly safety focused, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high quality maintenance in fast-paced aviation environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Aircraft Mechanic Engineer
Oriens Aviation
London
2024.08 - Current
- As a Mechanical Engineer at Oriens Aviation, I support the maintenance and repair of various aircraft, including the PC-12, PC-24, and Tecnam models.
- My responsibilities include assisting senior engineers with routine inspections, helping identify mechanical issues, and ensuring systems are functioning correctly under supervision.
- I gain hands on experience in areas such as engine troubleshooting, airframe repairs, and basic avionics work.
- Through this role, I’m building a strong foundation in aircraft maintenance while contributing to the safety, reliability, and performance of each aircraft.
Final inspector Mechanical Engineer
Skywheels
Manchester
2024.02 - 2024.08
- Carrying out all schedule/unscheduled maintenance on aircraft wheels. Conduct maintenance on B787, B777, and aircraft wheels.
- Manage job cards for modifications and repairs.
- Perform wheel disassembly, assembly, and sandblasting.
- Repair wheel corrosion using approved chemicals.
- Investigate and rectify wheel defects on aircraft for multiple airlines, including TUI, Eagle, Emerald, Aerfin, Jet2, Airbus Defence, Thameside Aero Spares, and Eastern Airways.
- Investigate and rectify wheel defects for multiple airlines.
- Inspect wheel bearings following standard practice manuals (CMM).
- Clean aircraft wheels thoroughly, adhering to safety guidelines.
- Conduct basic and advanced repairs on aircraft components.
- Overhaul and inspect aircraft parts to meet operational standards.
Mechanical Technician
Honeywell Aerospace
London
2023.07 - 2024.12
- Experienced in the maintenance of A380, B777, B737, and MD11 aircraft wheels and brakes, ensuring both scheduled and unscheduled servicing is completed efficiently.
- Provide technical support to team leaders.
- Prepare job cards for scheduled servicing per maintenance manuals.
- Document job descriptions and coordinate dispatch for modifications and repairs.
- Disassemble, assemble, and inspect wheels and brakes.
- Perform paint stripping using sandblasting and glass beading.
- Conduct corrosion removal and deep pitting repairs.
- Use approved chemicals for cleaning and component repairs.
- Investigate and rectify defects in the wheels and brakes of Ryanair, British Airways, and FedEx aircraft.
- Inspect wheel bearings per component maintenance and standard practices manuals.
Customer service assistant // Technician
Tenpin
Manchester
2021.06 - 2024.07
- Equipment Management: Responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of bowling equipment, including pinsetters, ball returns, and scoring systems.
- Committed to ensuring all equipment operates smoothly for the best customer experience.
- Technical Expertise: Skilled in mechanical and electrical systems with a sharp eye for detail.
- Quickly diagnose and resolve technical issues, minimising downtime and maximising customer satisfaction.
Education
BEng - Aeronautical Engineering
University of South Wales
Cardiff 2018.09 - 2022.07
Diploma of Higher Education - Computing principles
The Manchester College
Manchester 2022.09 - 2023.06
Skills
- Aircraft troubleshooting expertise
- wheels and brakes
- Tool usage efficiency
- Airframe familiarity
- Rotorcraft mechanics
- Knowledge of aviation regulations
- Component overhaul
- Fuselage repair
- Aircraft technical knowledge
- Turbine engine expertise
- Aircraft inspection
- Turbine engines repair
Timeline
Aircraft Mechanic Engineer
Oriens Aviation
2024.08 - Current
Final inspector Mechanical Engineer
Skywheels
2024.02 - 2024.08
Mechanical Technician
Honeywell Aerospace
2023.07 - 2024.12
Diploma of Higher Education - Computing principles
The Manchester College
2022.09 - 2023.06
Customer service assistant // Technician
Tenpin
2021.06 - 2024.07
BEng - Aeronautical Engineering
University of South Wales
2018.09 - 2022.07