YARED MELAKU
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Resourceful Senior Aircraft Maintenance Technician recognized for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in avionics troubleshooting, preventive maintenance procedures, and aircraft system diagnostics. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring seamless operations and safety on every project. I am highly skilled senior Aircraft Maintenance Technician with deep understanding of aircraft systems, maintenance procedures and aviation safety regulations. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure, ensuring minimum downtime during repairs. Proven track record in conducting thorough inspections, diagnosing faults and implementing effective solutions. Capable of leading teams and providing technical guidance to junior technicians. Demonstrated success in improving operational efficiency through proactive preventive maintenance. Diligent mechanic with solid background in control systems and automation. Skilled in troubleshooting, maintenance, and implementing control strategies with notable successes in optimizing system performance. Demonstrated ability in utilizing PLC programming and HMI configuration to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Control System Technician
ATS Everett – Corp, Airframe, Engineering
10.2024 - Current
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across with team.
- Maintained safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
- Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Ethiopian AIRLINES
07.2012 - 04.2024
- Maintained detailed records of all maintenance activities performed on the aircrafts.
- Performed troubleshooting to diagnose mechanical or electrical malfunctions of aircraft systems.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding their concerns about their aircrafts' performance or operational status.
- Assisted in the implementation of corrective actions following any identified safety issues or incidents.
- Monitored engine performance using specialized diagnostic tools and test equipment.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely completion of maintenance projects.
- Analyzed system failures by conducting investigations into root causes of problems.
- Provided guidance and training to new personnel on safe work practices related to aircraft maintenance.
- Reviewed manufacturer service bulletins, notices and advisories to keep up-to-date on changes in technology.
- Ensured that all required documentation was completed accurately before releasing an aircraft from maintenance.
- Tested, adjusted, calibrated and repaired avionics components such as radios, radar systems, navigation systems.
- Issued airworthiness certificates for completed maintenance tasks.
- Performed daily preflight checks on assigned aircrafts prior to flight operations.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and schematics to identify discrepancies in aircraft parts.
- Verified that all necessary repair documents were properly filled out prior to flight operations.
- Conducted inspections and scheduled maintenance on various aircrafts in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Removed aircraft parts such as engines, pumps and landing gear.
- Performed troubleshooting procedures to find root causes of faults.
- Interpreted logs to understand issue history and nature, troubleshoot faults and identify next steps.
- Performed maintenance services such as lubricating components.
- Researched, read and interpreted technical manuals and guidelines before inspections, installations and repairs.
- Inspected completed work to certify that maintenance adhered to standards and procedures.
- Reported issues, malfunctions, unusual wear, or damage to appropriate personnel.
- Assembled and installed mechanical, hydraulic and structural components and accessories using appropriate tools.
- Disassembled and inspected engines and components for wear, breaks or other deficiencies.
- Recommended replacement, repair or modification of aircraft equipment based on inspection.
- Serviced and maintained aircraft systems, flushing crankcases, cleaning screens and greasing moving parts.
- Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Updated maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.
- Utilized electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot fuel, ignition and emissions control systems.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Disassembled and overhauled internal combustion engines, pumps and generators.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Examined and adjusted protective guards, loose bolts and specified safety devices.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aircraft Technology
Aviatec Training Center
GREECE10-2022
Line And Hangar Aircraft System Course - Aeronautical Engineering Technologies
ETHIOPIAN AVIATION UNIVERSTY
ADDIS ABEBA ETHIOPIAN 07-2015
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
ADDIS ABEBA TEGEBARED POLYTECHNIC
ADDIS ABEBA ETHIOPIAN 09-2009
Skills
- Quality assurance procedures
- Team leadership experience
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Effective communication abilities
- Troubleshooting issues
- Removing engines
- Lubricating components
- Quality Control
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Parts inspection
- Precision measurement
- Hydraulic Systems Repair
- Aircraft inspections
- Engine repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Towing aircraft
- Aircraft service
- Environmental Control Systems
- Troubleshooting and repair
Accomplishments
- I was one of the most successful technician from my batch and I was awarded a scholarship to take take B777 SYSTEM CLASS IN GREEC based on my performance.
- As you see on resume I was hired as an assistance aircraft maintenance technician but as said before I am a highly performer technician so that I got three time promoted as waiver promotion so that become a flight engineer and quilty inspector.
Affiliations
- I like reading books watching movies most of the time i spent my precious spar time on spiritual matters
Certification
- I have both FAA A &P License
- I was also working as EASA Certifying staff B1/B2
- I HAVE B777-200/300/F GE90,FF,PW System TYPE RATED
- I HAVE B737-600/700/ NG CFM56-7B TYPE RATED
Timeline
Control System Technician
ATS Everett – Corp, Airframe, Engineering
10.2024 - Current
Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Ethiopian AIRLINES
07.2012 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Aircraft Technology
Aviatec Training Center
Line And Hangar Aircraft System Course - Aeronautical Engineering Technologies
ETHIOPIAN AVIATION UNIVERSTY
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
ADDIS ABEBA TEGEBARED POLYTECHNIC
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