Sintayehu Asegahegn
London
Summary
Experienced Aircraft Technician with extensive exposure to Airbus A350, Boeing B777, and B767/757 aircraft. Skilled in aircraft structural and composite repair processes, with a proven track record of professional growth from Junior Technician to Senior Engineer, Team Leader, and currently, Technical Manager. Possesses strong expertise in technical operations, project management, and leadership. Led and managed major aircraft modifications, including winglet modifications and major structural repairs, demonstrating a broad range of capabilities in both hands-on technical work and overseeing large-scale projects.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Manager
Ethiopian Airlines
08.2022 - Current
- Performed rectification of non routine and pilot write ups
- performed operational, functional system checks
- performed electrical and avionics system modifications
- performed servicing of aircraft engine oil, hydraulic and fuel systems.
- performed lubrication of aircraft systems.
- Performed Removal installation of all aircraft system components, Engine, APU, flight controls and landing gears.
Team Leader Aircraft Maintenance
Ethiopian Airlines
01.2019 - 08.2022
- led all line maintenance activity on the assigned fleet including A350, B777 and B767/B757.
- Monitored and rectify repetitive faults, inspection findings including SAFA inspection findings.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results, especially in meeting turn around time at line maintenance.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
- Mentored/coached junior staff members, helping them develop their technical skills and leadership potential and advance in their careers.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
- Oversaw quality control measures, maintaining high standards for all project outputs.
- Streamlined internal processes, reducing project completion times and increasing overall efficiency.
Aircraft Technician
Ethiopian Airlines
01.2013 - 09.2019
- Reduced aircraft downtime through meticulous scheduling and prioritization of maintenance tasks.
- Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Examined and tested aircraft parts, components and systems to verify airworthiness and functionality.
- Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles.
- Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements.
- Contributed to a reduction in equipment failures by consistently applying rigorous troubleshooting methods during routine checks.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop efficient workflows, resulting in seamless coordination of aircraft maintenance operations.
- Efficiently managed multiple projects concurrently, successfully meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
Aircraft Structure Technician
Ethiopian Airlines
01.2003 - 02.2013
- performed Aircraft winglet modification on B767 aircraft.
- Performed Aircraft Winglet modification on B737 aircraft.
- performed advanced composite repair including carbon fibre-glass and honeycomb structures (Pickle fork repair, fuselage skin replacement, engine strut mounting fitting replacement, fuel tank repair, nose radom repair and fail safe strap repair)
- proposed aircraft manufacturers and service engineering repair possibilities on damage outside of repair limit to get approval on repair.
- led a team of aircraft structures technicians during major modifications, including on aircraft that had major structural damage by tail strike, vehicles, and aircraft to aircraft collisions.
Education
No Degree - Automotive Engineering
Nathreth Technical School
Adama/Nathreth2001
No Degree - Aircraft Maintenance
Ethiopian Aviation Academy
Addis Ababa2003
No Degree - A350-941
Airbus
Toulouse 2017
No Degree - B777-200/300/F
Ethiopian Aviation Aacademy
Addis Ababa No Degree - B787-8 With Trent 1000/Gnex 1B76A
Ethiopian Aviation Academy
Addis AbabaNo Degree - B767-200/300 With PW4062
Ethiopian Aviation Academy
Addis AbabaSkills
- Project management
- Leadership skills
- Team collaboration
- Employee development
- Training and mentoring
Languages
English
Native language
Timeline
Technical Manager
Ethiopian Airlines
08.2022 - Current
Team Leader Aircraft Maintenance
Ethiopian Airlines
01.2019 - 08.2022
Aircraft Technician
Ethiopian Airlines
01.2013 - 09.2019
Aircraft Structure Technician
Ethiopian Airlines
01.2003 - 02.2013
No Degree - Automotive Engineering
Nathreth Technical School
No Degree - Aircraft Maintenance
Ethiopian Aviation Academy
No Degree - A350-941
Airbus
No Degree - B777-200/300/F
Ethiopian Aviation Aacademy
No Degree - B787-8 With Trent 1000/Gnex 1B76A
Ethiopian Aviation Academy
No Degree - B767-200/300 With PW4062
Ethiopian Aviation Academy
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