EPHREM GEBREHIWOT
Aircraft Mechanic
Eden Prairie
Summary
Seasoned aviation professional with over 25 years of experience, including leadership as Quality and Safety Director at Ethiopian Airlines, where I oversaw system-wide operational safety, quality compliance, and emergency response planning across a global operation. A certified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Technical Instructor, and former Training Manager, I bring deep expertise in aligning regulatory standards with critical operational performance. Currently working as an Aircraft Technician at Delta Air Lines, I continue to stay hands-on in the field while constantly seeking opportunities to learn, grow, and push boundaries. Known for a proactive mindset, cross-functional coordination skills, and a lifelong passion for continuous improvement in aviation safety and technical excellence.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Delta
09.2024 - Current
- Performs all work activities in accordance with established laws, regulations, standards , safety protocols, and procedures to ensure safety of self and others.
- Inspects aircrafts or aircraft components including landing gear, hydraulic systems, tires and engines for damaged defects corrosion, or other wear to ensure air worthiness.
- Installs, removes or modifies aircraft structures, systems or components.
- Inspects completed work to certify the maintenance adheres to standards.
- Researches, reads, and interprets technical manuals and guidelines to perform inceptions, installations, repairs, or other work activates.
- Services as a technical expert or mentor by providing advice and corrective aircraft maintenance activates.
- Uses computers, computer systems, and other technology to enter, document, access, receive, or communicate information.
- Enhanced operational efficiency with rigorous diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures.
Aircraft Mechanic II
Elliott Aviation USA
01.2022 - Current
- Performs inspections, servicing, and repairs of various aircraft systems and components
- Efficiently and effectively troubleshoot and function test referencing manufacturer's technical documents across a variety of airframe, engine and component systems
- Support, maintain, and comply with all Federal, OSHA, State and local regulations, and Elliott Aviation's Environmental, Health, and Safety Policies and Processes
Director Safety and Quality
Ethiopian Airlines
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Manage Implementation of QMS (Quality Management System) and SMS (Safety management System) as delegated by the accountable manager
- Responsible for the performance of quality assurance system
- Administer the Risk Management process (risk identification, risk assessment and risk mitigation)
- Follow up corrective action implementation throughout the organization
- Ensure all requirements are met in execution of ERP( Emergency Response Plan)
Training Manager and Instructor
Ethiopian Aviation Academy
08.2005 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: EASA 147 approved training organization.
- Plans, organizes, directs and controls all necessary systems and processes for the effective and efficient delivery of a world class Aircraft Maintenance training services
- Fully responsible for the effective execution of both initial and type Aircraft maintenance training; proposes policies and procedures on aircraft maintenance training
- Conduct Airframe, power plan and avionics initial training and B737/B757/B787 and Bombardier Q series type training
- Prepare theoretical and practical training syllabus, lesson plans and OJT work sheets materials
- EASA 147 approved training organization.
Aircraft Technician
Ethiopian Airlines
01.1997 - 01.2005
- Perform Removal/installation of A/C system components, engine, APU flight control and landing gear
- Perform routine task and rectification of non-routine and pilot write-ups
- Perform lubrication of A/C system and components
- Preform removal/installation of cabin floor and cargo compartment items
- Signs release A/C to services after performing maintenances tasks within the scope of authorization
- Assures all maintenance activities are according to the task card and signed on completion as per the A/C manual
Education
Masters of Business Administration -
The Open university
01.2016 - 01.2019
B.Sc - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Addis Ababa University
01.2006 - 01.2010
Diploma on Aircraft Maintenance - Airframe, Power plant and Avionics
Ethiopian Airlines Aircraft maintenance school
01.1995 - 01.1997
Skills
- UTC Aerospace Systems
- Achieve Competitive Excellence (ACE)
- Lean/Six Sigma
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Proficient in Microsoft Teams
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook
- Proficient in Microsoft Visio
- FAA Airframe and Power Plant license
Accomplishments
- Developed and delivered initial and type aircraft maintenance training to local and international customers
- Performed IOSA( IATA Operational Safety Audit) audit for Ethiopian airlines
- Lead and participate on EASA 147 and 145 approval
- Transform the Ethiopian Airlines Aviation School to the largest school in Africa
Certification
Mechanic
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Delta
09.2024 - Current
Mechanic
06-2023
Aircraft Mechanic II
Elliott Aviation USA
01.2022 - Current
Director Safety and Quality
Ethiopian Airlines
01.2016 - 01.2022
Masters of Business Administration -
The Open university
01.2016 - 01.2019
B.Sc - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Addis Ababa University
01.2006 - 01.2010
Training Manager and Instructor
Ethiopian Aviation Academy
08.2005 - 01.2016
Aircraft Technician
Ethiopian Airlines
01.1997 - 01.2005
Diploma on Aircraft Maintenance - Airframe, Power plant and Avionics
Ethiopian Airlines Aircraft maintenance school
01.1995 - 01.1997
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