ZELALEM GETAHUN TIRFIE

As a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer at AIR TANZANIA COMPANY LIMITED (ATCL), I ensure the airworthiness and safety of B737MAX and B787 aircrafts. I have extensive experience in inspecting, troubleshooting, and rectifying faults on these models, as well as performing system and operational tests, based on FAA and EASA standards.

I started my career as an Aircraft Technician at Ethiopian Airlines, where I worked on B787 RR and GE, B737 NG, and B737 MAX aircrafts for eight years. I obtained multiple certifications from the Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority, including Boeing 787 GE, Boeing 787 RR, and Boeing 737 NG CFM56 engine ratings. I also graduated with a diploma in Aviation from Ethiopian Aviation University in 2015. I am passionate about learning new skills, working with experienced professionals, and delivering high-quality work within the given time and budget.

• Working in Heavy base maintenance as well line maintenance • Diagnosed faults.
• Working on Routine and Non-routine tests and maintenance tasks on Ethiopian operated
aircrafts Q400, B737NG,B737 MAX, B767, B777, B787,A350
• Performed engineering modifications on Boeing Q400,737, 767,777,787, A350 aircraft
• Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of Ethiopian
operated aircraft.
• Performed AOG recovery of Ethiopian operated fleets.
• Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities.
• Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition.
• Served as a Flight Engineer on Boeing 787-8/9 aircrafts

Major modifications performed

• B767-300, Business and Economy Class cabin reconfiguration with AAR and Northern
Avionics (NA) crew.
• B777-200/300 ADSB modifications
• B777-200/300 WIFI installation
. B767 – Stabilizer trim modification
. B777 - Engine fuel feed system - control of the center fuel tank fuel scavenge system,
wiring modification
. B777 – ATC system modification
. B787 – WELS (wireless emergency lightning system) antenna and software
modification.
• B787-8/9 WIFI installation
• B787-8/9 Fiber optics cleaning and troubleshooting
• B787-8/9 Different software uploading (block point 10.3/10.4)
• B787-8/9 P500/P600 modifications
• B737-700 Forward cargo smoke clearance
• B737-700, Cockpit door area surveillance camera installation
• B737-700 Ground fault interrupt relay installation
• B737-700 Redundant cabin pressure switch installation
. B737 – ADS-B out ATC modification
. Q400 – FAST (flight data acquisition storage and transmission system)
. Q400_steering modification dual channel
. B737 MAX WIFI cabin entertainment modification

• ICAO TYPE II Maintenance license issued by Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA)
• Type rating on B737NG, B737 MAX & B787-8/9 RR &GE Aircrafts.
• Automotive driving license

• Engine run-up and Taxing License on B737NG, B737 MAX & B787-8/9 RR &GE Aircrafts.