JAKE CRAWLEY
Cheltenham,Gloucestershire
Summary
Aircraft Mechanic with experience working on commercial and military aircraft including Boeing 747, Airbus A320 family and Airbus A400M platforms. Experienced in heavy maintenance environments carrying out scheduled inspections, component removal and maintenance tasks using AMM and IPC documentation. A reliable and safety-focused team member with strong attention to detail, currently supporting heavy base maintenance operations on the A400M within a military aviation environment at RAF Brize Norton.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Aircraft Mechanic
Atlantic Aviation Group Defence Services
RAF Brize Norton, Oxfordshire
2024.10 - Current
- Carrying out heavy scheduled base maintenance on the Airbus A400M Atlas, supporting major inspections and structural/system maintenance tasks.
- Performing aircraft inspections, component removal/installation and defect rectification in accordance with approved maintenance documentation.
- Using AMOS and AirNav to record completed work, access aircraft maintenance data, and ensure accurate documentation of maintenance activities.
- Raising job cards within AMOS, coordinating maintenance tasks and supporting effective work planning within the hangar environment.
- Ordering required spare parts and raising US label bookings to support component logistics and ensure maintenance tasks can be completed without delay.
- Working within a large team-based heavy maintenance environment, ensuring tasks are completed safely and within strict maintenance timelines.
- Maintaining strict adherence to airworthiness standards, health & safety procedures, human factors awareness, and fuel tank safety regulations.
Waste Collection Operative
Ubico Ltd
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
2024.04 - 2024.10
Aircraft Mechanic
Air Salvage International
Kemble, Gloucestershire
2022.12 - 2024.03
- Worked on a variety of Airbus and Boeing aircraft, including the A320 family (A319/A320/A321), A330, B737, B747 and B727.
- Carried out aircraft component removal and disassembly tasks in accordance with approved maintenance procedures.
- Assisted with maintenance tasks on Boeing 747 aircraft operated by Air Atlanta Icelandic, referring to the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) to ensure work was performed correctly.
- Operated within a team-based hangar environment, ensuring tasks were completed safely and within required timelines.
- Maintained strong awareness of aircraft safety procedures, component handling and documentation requirements.
Waste Collection Operative
Ubico Ltd
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
2021.06 - 2022.11
Team Leader
RedSeven Marketing
Swindon, Wiltshire
2020.07 - 2020.10
Aircraft Engineer Apprentice
CHC Scotia
Kemble, Gloucestershire
2019.05 - 2020.03
- Undertook technical training with Resource Group as part of an apprenticeship programme with CHC Scotia, studying modules required toward the EASA/UK CAA Category A Aircraft Maintenance Licence.
- Built foundational knowledge of aircraft systems, maintenance practices, and aviation regulations.
- Developed a strong understanding of aviation safety standards, human factors, and regulatory compliance within a highly controlled training environment.
- Gained experience working to strict deadlines and high standards of accuracy, reflecting the operational demands of the aviation industry.
- Worked collaboratively in a team-focused training environment, strengthening communication and problem-solving skills.
- Applied health and safety procedures and industry best practices in accordance with aviation maintenance standards.
Sales Assistant
Office
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
2017.11 - 2019.07
Education
GCSEs -
Balcarras
Cheltenham 9 2012 - 7 2017
Level 2 Mechanical Engineering -
Gloucestershire College
9 2017 - 7 2018
Level 3 Mechanical Engineering -
Gloucestershire College
9 2018 - 5 2019
License Training -
Resource Group
Kemble, Gloucestershire 05/2019 - 03/2020
Skills
- Aircraft Maintenance (Heavy & Base)
- AMM / IPC / Technical Documentation
- Aircraft Component Removal & Installation
- Scheduled Inspections (C-Checks)
- AMOS & AirNav Maintenance Systems
- Health & Safety / Human Factors
- Team-based Hangar Operations
- IPAF / ePAL
- Forklift Operation
References
References available upon request.
Aircraft Experience
- Airbus A400M
- Airbus A320 Family (A319 / A320 / A321)
- Airbus A330
- Boeing 737
- Boeing 747
- Boeing 727
Certifications & Technical Training
- Human Factors Training
- Fuel Tank Safety
- IPAF / ePAL (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms) - 3a / 3b / HU / HA
- Forklift Trained
Timeline
Aircraft Mechanic
Atlantic Aviation Group Defence Services
2024.10 - Current
Waste Collection Operative
Ubico Ltd
2024.04 - 2024.10
Aircraft Mechanic
Air Salvage International
2022.12 - 2024.03
Waste Collection Operative
Ubico Ltd
2021.06 - 2022.11
Team Leader
RedSeven Marketing
2020.07 - 2020.10
Aircraft Engineer Apprentice
CHC Scotia
2019.05 - 2020.03
Sales Assistant
Office
2017.11 - 2019.07
GCSEs -
Balcarras
9 2012 - 7 2017
Level 2 Mechanical Engineering -
Gloucestershire College
9 2017 - 7 2018
Level 3 Mechanical Engineering -
Gloucestershire College
9 2018 - 5 2019
License Training -
Resource Group
05/2019 - 03/2020