ANDREW JOSEPH SHANE PERERA
Joslin,Australia
Summary
Dedicated Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with over 15 years of specialized experience in maintaining, repairing, and servicing commercial aircraft. Expertise in troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical systems, with strong proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics. Committed to upholding the highest standards of quality control and safety compliance to ensure optimal aircraft performance. Known for adaptability and reliability, consistently striving for excellence in all facets of aircraft operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
National Jet Express
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance on aircraft systems to ensure operational safety and compliance.
- Diagnosed technical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques, enhancing repair accuracy and efficiency.
- Led maintenance teams in executing scheduled overhauls, improving turnaround times for aircraft servicing.
- Developed and implemented standardized maintenance procedures to optimize workflow and reduce errors.
- Coordinated closely with other departments such as planning or engineering teams to ensure smooth workflow during major projects or routine checks.
- Maintained detailed records of all maintenance work performed, contributing to accurate tracking and accountability.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Aero Services
05.2024 - 05.2024
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
SMS Solvings
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Worked on a special project in Vanuatu Airlines, Checking on physical condition of their ATR72, Twin otter and islander.
Mechanic
Qatar Airways
11.2013 - 03.2024
- Made regular inspections and modification on all aircrafts to ensure that they were in good working order especially in Airbus A320, A340, A330, A380, A350 and Boeing 777,787,747.
- Directing and guiding incoming and outgoing aircraft on the taxiway to ensure that they are safely positioned.
- Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.
- Cut, trim, bend, and smooth sheet metal parts, ensuring proper fit within tolerances and clearance of parts.
- Understand and interpret engineering blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequences of operations, identities, and relationships of parts.
- Remove / install aircraft components as required.
- Applications of corrosion control and metal treatment
- Applications of corrosion control and metal treatment.
Junior Mechanic
SriLankan Airline
07.2011 - 10.2013
- Gained aircraft maintenance experiences as a junior aircraft mechanic on wide/narrow body aircrafts (A320, A330, A340) which are being operated by Sri Lankan Airlines.
- Replaced any faulty parts in the aircrafts and especially the cabin, structures, and engine areas.
- I also carried out maintenance on various types of aircraft from all other major airlines that transit at Bandaranaike International Airport Sri Lanka.
- Reading and interpreting maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Coordinating work with engineers, technicians, and aircraft maintenance personnel.
- Directing and guiding incoming and outgoing aircraft on the taxiway to ensure that they are safely positioned.
Education
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering -
AAC ENGINEERING ACADEMY ASIAN AVIATION CENTER
06.2010
PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION - undefined
ST.PETERS COLLAGE
08.2006
Skills
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Knowledge of aircraft hardware and materials and processes
- Safety-conscious
- Basic print reading skills and layout skills
- Physically fit and able to lift and move heavy objects
- Strong communication
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Computer skills, including MS Office and relevant software
- Blueprint and schematic reading
- Fault diagnosis
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting skills
Certification
- Special training program on tool machinery and welding at Ceylon-German technical training institute Sep 2009
- Successfully completed a special training program on turbine engines.
- Successfully completed XSA2 composite repair for Technicians - Basic Apr 2014
Languages
English
Sinhala
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
National Jet Express
07.2024 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Aero Services
05.2024 - 05.2024
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
SMS Solvings
05.2024 - 05.2024
Mechanic
Qatar Airways
11.2013 - 03.2024
Junior Mechanic
SriLankan Airline
07.2011 - 10.2013
PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION - undefined
ST.PETERS COLLAGE
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering -
AAC ENGINEERING ACADEMY ASIAN AVIATION CENTER
Disclaimer
I do hereby certify that the information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.