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Gemechis Merdassa

Part 145 Compliance Monitoring Engineer
Chester,Chesire

Summary

Experienced and knowledgeable professional with a long career as an Aircraft Technician, Compliance monitoring & Safety officer at Ethiopian Airlines MRO.

Have an Aviation Diploma from Ethiopian Aviation Academy and recently, graduated from Chesire college south and west on Welding and fabrication.

Demonstrates a strong passion and interest in engineering, quality and safety, and aviation engineering. Proven expertise in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of aircraft systems, while maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulations. A dedicated individual committed to enhancing safety, quality, and performance within the aviation industry.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Part 145 Compliance monitoring & SMS officer

Ethiopian Airlines
12.2019 - 06.2022
  • Maintained continual audit of Ethiopian MRO division policies and procedures to assure conformity with ICAO, IATA, EASA, & FAA
  • Prepared and revised quality manuals such as MPM, MOE and FAA RSM/QCM for regulatory bodies approvals and reviews and approves associated procedures and standard practices in the TPM
  • Coordinate and liaison between Ethiopian MRO Services and Regulatory Authorities concerning regulatory requirements
  • Requested corrective action when non-compliant findings are cited
  • Maintained historical records of each audited section
  • Involved on development of necessary Ethiopian MRO exposition manuals
  • Involved on aircraft accident and incident investigation
  • Participated in Safety Seminars, Trainings and Workshops representing Ethiopian MRO
  • Assessed, approved and monitored suppliers, contractors, service providers and certifying staffs.
  • Coordinate and/or maintain records and provides necessary liaison with Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority to assure proper licensing of Ethiopian MRO personnel for the issuance, renewal and type rating endorsement
  • Continuously monitor and participate in the issuance, renewal and cancellation of certifying stafs and specialized personnel authorizations and Keeps an up to date list
  • Developed and summited safety Management Systems and programs and implements approved ones
  • Transfer, follow and close SAFA findings and perform periodical analysis using SAFA database, investigate the root cause

Aircraft Mechanic

Ethiopian Airlines
01.2013 - 12.2019
  • Performed Removal/installation of all A/C system components, engines, APU, flight controls and landing gear
  • Performed rectifications of non-routine & pilot write-ups
  • Performed operational, functional and system checks
  • Performed electrical and Avionics system modifications
  • Servicing of A/c engine oil, hydraulic, fuel and air system
  • Performed lubrication of A/C systems and components
  • Reads and Interprets Structural Repair Manuals, Maintenance manuals, Engineering Drawings,Blueprints, and schematics or other Approved Technical data to determine the feasibility and method to perform the assigned tasks.
  • Preparing preventive maintenance and checking for daily inspection to prepare aircraft for the next flight
  • Coordinating aircraft movement in the hangar and ramp area

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Airframe Mechanic

Ethiopian Aviation Academy
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
01.2012 - 01.2013

Diploma - Welding And Fabrication

Chesire College South And West
Ellesmereport
06.2025

Skills

-Regulatory requirements

Certification

QMS Development and implementation based on ES ISO 9001:2015

Timeline

Part 145 Compliance monitoring & SMS officer

Ethiopian Airlines
12.2019 - 06.2022

Aircraft Mechanic

Ethiopian Airlines
01.2013 - 12.2019

Diploma of Higher Education - Airframe Mechanic

Ethiopian Aviation Academy
01.2012 - 01.2013

Diploma - Welding And Fabrication

Chesire College South And West
Gemechis MerdassaPart 145 Compliance Monitoring Engineer