AARON KWASI UNIVERS GADAH
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Aircraft Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at Ghana Air Force, excelling in mechanical troubleshooting and safety compliance. Proven track record of enhancing operational readiness through effective preventive maintenance and team leadership. Committed to quality assurance and customer service, consistently achieving high aircraft availability and fostering a culture of safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Ghana Air Force
Ghana
05.2003 - 12.2021
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure aircraft safety and compliance with maintenance standards.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized tools, enhancing operational readiness of aircraft fleet.
- Collaborated with team members to perform scheduled maintenance, improving workflow efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for equipment handling, reducing risk of damage during maintenance procedures.
- Led training sessions for junior technicians on safety protocols and maintenance procedures.
- Streamlined reporting processes for maintenance logs, ensuring accuracy and timely documentation of repairs.
- Coordinated with supply chain management to maintain inventory levels of critical spare parts and tools.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs and improve team efficiency.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to teamwork and effective communication.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Increased operational readiness of aircraft fleet through timely completion of scheduled maintenance tasks.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Contributed to a reduction in maintenance-related incidents by maintaining a strong focus on safety during all tasks.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning by staying up-to-date on industry best practices and participating in relevant training opportunities.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft by efficiently diagnosing and repairing mechanical problems.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics related to repair turnaround times, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, contributing valuable input based on personal experiences working on various types of aircraft systems.
- Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements.
- Skillfully utilized specialized tools and equipment for precision calibration of critical flight components, ensuring optimal performance levels during operation.
- Improved aircraft longevity by conducting detailed corrosion control inspections and treatments.
- Provided excellent customer service when interacting with pilots, addressing their concerns regarding aircraft performance or maintenance needs proactively.
- Streamlined work processes by implementing standardized procedures for routine maintenance tasks.
- Optimized inventory management by accurately tracking parts usage and promptly ordering necessary replacement items.
- Ensured aircraft safety and reliability by performing routine maintenance checks and repairs.
- Optimized inventory management, ensuring availability of essential spare parts for critical repairs.
- Contributed to cost savings by identifying and implementing effective repair solutions over replacements.
- Advanced team skills and knowledge, leading workshops on latest maintenance technologies and practices.
- Enhanced operational efficiency with rigorous diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing and refining maintenance procedures.
- Examined and tested aircraft parts, components and systems to verify airworthiness and functionality.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Supported environmental initiatives, implementing eco-friendly waste disposal methods post-maintenance.
- Elevated quality of repairs with meticulous attention to detail and adherence to manufacturer guidelines.
- Enhanced aircraft performance, conducting engine tune-ups and adjustments.
- Streamlined maintenance processes, leading to more efficient turnaround times for aircraft readiness.
- Played key role in maintaining strict safety standards, conducting thorough pre-flight checks.
- Reduced risk of operational failures, regularly updating maintenance protocols based on manufacturer advisories.
- Facilitated smooth operations, ensuring all maintenance activities were logged accurately and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of aviation technology, applying latest methods in maintenance practices.
- Reduced downtime, executing timely repairs on critical aircraft systems.
- Achieved high levels of aircraft availability, scheduling and performing preventive maintenance.
- Fostered culture of safety and precision among maintenance team, emphasizing importance of following protocols.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by minimizing delays due to maintenance issues.
- Improved team productivity by sharing expert knowledge on aircraft maintenance techniques.
- Conducted detailed inspections to maintain compliance with aviation standards and regulations.
- Improved aircraft fuel efficiency by accurately calibrating engine settings during routine checks.
Education
High School Diploma - Aircraft Maintenance
Ghana Air Force Aviation College
Ghana Accra05.2003
Skills
Aircraft maintenance
Safety compliance
Mechanical troubleshooting
Preventive maintenance
Technical documentation
Team leadership
Inventory management
Diagnostic analysis
Equipment calibration
Customer service
Regulatory adherence
Maintenance log management
Problem resolution
Training and mentoring
Tools operation
Quality assurance
Performance optimization
Component inspection
Repair techniques
Workflow efficiency
I also was an instructor in now Ghana Air Force Aviation College rose to head of department Aeromech
Then officer in charge of production
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Ghana Air Force
05.2003 - 12.2021
High School Diploma - Aircraft Maintenance
Ghana Air Force Aviation College