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Solomzi Funlee Augustine Ndlovu
Durban,South Africa
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Summary
- Avionic CAT X/W rating.
- Electrical CAT X/W rating.
- Instruments CAT X/W rating.
- Compass Swing CAT X rating.
- Grade 2 Instructor in the abovementioned ratings.
- Human factor Course
- Valid Avionics Aircraft maintenance Engineer license RSCAA/ICAO.
- Agusta Helicopter series (2K/E/S/SP) Course (Italy).
- Super Puma (Oryx- AS332) Technical Course.
- AW139 work experience (no Course).
Dynamic worker with 17 years of Airforce industry experience. Skilled at planning projects from start to finish with detail and accuracy. Proven history of meeting deadlines and staying under budget with training in Aircraft CBT use.
Experienced Radar Technician with experience working in land-based flight operations for joint forces across SANDF. Exceptional expertise in maintaining surface and air search systems, IFF equipment and Tactical Air Navigation systems. Recognized for achieving high levels of availability and functionality of mission-critical electronic equipment.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work history
Airbus helicooptersKamish Mushait, Abha
Aircraft Engineering Technician
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Restored equipment to operational condition by removing and replacing or repairing components.
- Tested functionality of complex components, verifying operation according to specifications.
- Inspected avionics/ electrical components to identify issues and determine proper corrective actions.
- Assisted research teams with prototyping and testing Instruments testing.
- Assembled Avionics/Electrical/Instruments components, controls and power systems.
- Interpreted blueprints to correctly assemble and dismantle Electrical/avionics/Instruments equipment.
- Measured components to assess conformity to design parameters or established technical specifications.
- Monitored field safety standards and kept procedures in line with optimal approaches for scheduled/unscheduled inspection, maintenance and repair.
- Tested systems and compiled data to inform design process and guide changes.
- Conducted planned maintenance to prevent equipment outages.
Transnet TNPA- Aviation departmentDurban, South Africa
Acting-Chief Engineer as Senior Avionics AME.
02.2018 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Installed and tested electrical and electronic components, assemblies and systems to maintain fleet of high-performing aircraft.
- Detected problems with landing gear, hydraulic systems and de-icers by conducting thorough inspections.
- Documented preventative and corrective maintenance in up-to-date repair logs.
- Referenced aircraft engine manuals and service bulletins to guide maintenance and repair work, minimizing risk of accidental damage.
- Disassembled and assembled engine components, following manufacturing guidelines to prevent damage or errors.
- Determined optimal method for performing repairs and replacements to achieve best use of time and resources.
- Conduct the AMO in accordance with CAA regulations.
- Documented tasks and incidents in voyage logs.
South African AirforcePretoria, South Africa
Aircraft Avionics Technician
08.2002 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Utilized oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters to detect electrical functionality issues.
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover any malfunctions.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
- Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas and other pieces.
- Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Serviced electrical, pumps and air handling systems to meet performance standards.
- Completed preventative and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Completed quality assurance checks for service work and completed documentation outlining updates.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and tested functionality of consumer electronics.
- Reviewed equipment manuals and technical specifications to complete repairs.
- Adjusted equipment to enhance performance and meet requirements.
- Worked on diverse radio systems, instruments and inverters.
- Explained technical information in simplified terms to help consumers understand services.
- Collaborated with engineers, technicians and maintenance personnel to complete projects.
- Kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Operated soldering irons to join components to assemblies and circuit boards.
- Evaluated equipment operation to identify systemic performance problems.
- Replaced worn and defective parts and wiring to restore equipment function.
- Reassembled and tested repaired equipment to verify resolution.
- Installed electronic instruments and control systems to specifications.
- Met with customers to discuss products, services and costs.
- Interpreted test data to diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Performed technical troubleshooting to detect and resolve complex issues.
- Examined and tested machines, instruments and control systems to identify faults.
- Communicated with customers to explain required repairs or replacements.
- Used hand and power tools to install or repair electronic components and assemblies.
- Serviced in-flight refuelling systems to support flight readiness.
Education
Centurion FET College Pretoria, South Africa
High technical certificate N5/6 from Electrical/Electronics engineering
11.2003
University overview
- Continuing education in Electrical Engineering studies.
- AME B2 Avionic licensed technician (RSACAA/ICAO).
- AME Grade 2 Avionic licensed Instructor.
Skills
- Diagnosis, test methods and fault finding, Component replacement and repairs, scheduled and unscheduled inspections modifications in the following Aircraft :-
- Impala -Macchi MB-326 fixed wing Aircraft
- Dakota (C45) fixed wing Aircraft
- Harvard (T-6 Texan) fixed wing
- C130 fixed wing Aircraft
- Boeing 737 fixed wing aircraft
- Alouette III helicopter
- BK 117 helicopter
- AS332 - Super Puma helicopter
- LUH Augusta helicopter
- Agusta A109 2K helicopter
- Agusta A109 E helicopter
- Agusta A109 S helicopter
- Agusta A109 SP helicopter
- AS532 AL/ H215M helicopter
- AS532 L2 /Cougar helicopter
Languages
English
Fluent
Xhosa
Fluent
Certification
- Licensed Avionics Cat X/W rated.
- Licensed Instruments Cat X/W rated.
- Licensed Electrical Cat X/W rated.
- Licensed Compass Swing Cat X rated.
- Grade 2 Instructor rated on the abovementioned ratings.
- Radio/Radar Artisan qualified (Airforce-SANDF).
- N5/6 High Certificate (Electrical engineering studies).
- Facilitator certified (NQF 5)
- Assessor Certified (NQF 5)
- Moderator Certified (NQF 6)
Music
Traditional music and Jazz.
Timeline
Aircraft Engineering Technician
Airbus helicoopters
01.2023 - Current
Acting-Chief Engineer as Senior Avionics AME.
Transnet TNPA- Aviation department
02.2018 - 01.2023
Centurion FET College
High technical certificate N5/6 from Electrical/Electronics engineering
11.2003
Aircraft Avionics Technician
South African Airforce
08.2002 - 02.2018
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