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Musie Girmay Alemayoh

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

Results-driven and experienced Senior Powerplant Engineer with over 9 years in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) at Ethiopian Airlines. Proven expertise in engine health monitoring, diagnostics, technical documentation, and planning for a wide range of aircraft engines and APUs. Demonstrated ability to lead high-stakes projects, collaborate with OEMs, and ensure compliance with international aviation standards. Adept at developing work scopes, troubleshooting complex issues, and optimizing maintenance operations to reduce costs and improve performance.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Power Plant Engineer

ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES
05.2015 - 06.2024
Professional Experience Senior Powerplant Engineer IV

Ethiopian Airlines, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
April 2020 – June 2024

  • Performed diagnostics and prognostics monitoring of engine systems using EHM and ECTM to prevent unscheduled removals and optimize maintenance.
  • Initiated Engineering Orders (EOs) and Engineering Repairs (ERs); followed up on dispositions for timely implementation.
  • Reviewed SBs, ADs, and OEM documents to ensure compliance and prepare implementation documents.
  • Developed work scopes and repair orders for engines: GEnx, GE90-115, CFM56-7B, TRENT1000, TRENT XWB, Leap-1B, PW2000, PW4000, PW150A, and APUs: GTCP331-5/-2, 131-9A/-9B, APS5000, APS1000.
  • Designed engine monitoring programs to improve on-wing time and minimize maintenance costs.
  • Collaborated with OEMs to resolve non-standard defects and gain approvals for repair schemes and deviations.
Aircraft Maintenance Program & Task Card Engineer III

Ethiopian Airlines, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
April 2018 – April 2020

  • Developed and updated task cards based on maintenance programs for B737 and A350 aircraft.
  • Led process improvements in task card policies, reducing waste and operational costs.
  • Supported maintenance schedule optimization by reviewing routine and non-routine man-hour data.
  • Contributed to redelivery of B767 and B737-700, and EIS projects for B787, B737 MAX, and A350 fleets.
  • Ensured alignment with regulatory requirements (FAA, EASA, etc.) in documentation and implementation.
Senior Aircraft Maintenance Planner

Ethiopian Airlines, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
May 2017 – April 2018

  • Managed maintenance planning, work scope definitions, and turnaround time (TAT) calculations.
  • Coordinated with OEMs, regulatory bodies, and customer representatives for project execution.
  • Improved OPT to 95% and customer satisfaction to 85% by streamlining planning and reducing delays.
  • Ensured proper sequencing and availability of components, jigs, and tools to minimize downtime.
Associate Task Card Engineer

Ethiopian Airlines, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Dec 2015 – May 2017

  • Developed maintenance task cards for B737/B777 aircraft engine systems.
  • Assisted in integrating airworthiness documents from FAA, EASA, and Transport Canada.
  • Supported development of maintenance programs and associated job instruction documentation.
Assistant Task Card Engineer (Trainee)

Ethiopian Airlines, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
May 2015 – Nov 2015

  • Completed training in aviation industry basics, aircraft systems, and B737(NG) systems (Level II).
  • Gained foundational experience in task card preparation and technical documentation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

MEKELLE UNIVERSITY
MEKELLE,TIGRAY, ETHIOPIA
07-2014

Skills

  • Commercial Aircraft Maintenance Support
  • Maintenance Planning & Task Card Engineering
  • Troubleshooting & Technical Documentation
  • OEM Compliance (SBs, ADs, EOs, ERs)
  • Engine & APU Systems (GE, Rolls-Royce, PW, CFM)
  • Regulatory Compliance (FAA, EASA, TC)
  • Project Coordination & Entry into Service (EIS)
  • Engine Health Monitoring (EHM / ECTM)

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificated
  • GE Diagnostic certificate
  • LEAP-1B Engine line and base maintenance training certificate
  • GEnx-1B Engine line and base maintenance training certificate
  • TRENT1000 Engine line and base maintenance training certificate
  • TRENT XWB Engine line and base maintenance training certificate
  • CFM 56-7B/-3 Engine line and base maintenance training certificate
  • PW4000 Engine line and base maintenance training certificate
  • Human factor, aviation regulation, aviation legislation fuel tank safety and EWIS Certificate.

Timeline

Power Plant Engineer

ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES
05.2015 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

MEKELLE UNIVERSITY