Ningi Kubheka
Aircraft General APG Tech
Riyadh
Summary
Certified Aircraft Structures worker with over 13 years on job experience. Familiar with aerospace power tools and machinery and calibrated precision inspection tools. Ability to understand and interpret documents related to technical manuals, diagrams, Service repair manuals, engineering dispositions and safety procedures. Possess sound mathematical language, good communication skills, problem-solving and direct labor training.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Aircraft Sheet Metal Worker
QUALITAIR AVIATION GROUP
2024.02 - Current
- Providing technical support at Lufthansa Technik Malta for AIRBUS A320, A321, A330 and A340 fleet
- Perform structural repairs and modifications as per customer service repair manual and aircraft maintenance manuals.
- collaborate with other technicians and engineers to troubleshoot and resolve structural issues
- Enhanced workplace safety through proper use of tools and equipment during fabrication tasks.
- Maintained a strong reputation for professionalism and craftsmanship through exceptional attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting an efficient and safe working environment for all staff members.
Sheet Metal Worker
Aerosud Aviation
2023.07 - 2024.01
- Participated in regular team meetings, providing valuable input and feedback for continuous improvements.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling sheet metal components.
- Building various internal structures for AIRBUS A400M
- Drilling, countersinking and assemblies of aircraft components as per blueprint requirements.
- Refer to the Bill Of Material for effectivity of applicable parts and fasteners prior installation.
- Frirst weld and second weld surface preparation of AIRBUS A350 trackcans
Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician
Alsalam Aerospace Industries
2017.05 - 2023.02
- F15 retrofit Program building new wings, perform close tolerance holes drilling using pneumatic Tools and power tools on aluminum and titanium structures
- Using Electromagnetic riveting system to install Taper Lok fasteners and Hi-Lite fasteners
- Measure Gap and shim them as required according to blueprint, make use of jigs fixture, follow sealant application procedures to build according to Process specification and use precision tools to inspect work done
- Practice good housekeeping, FOD checks and 5S at the beginning and end of shift.
- Routine inspection of government tool and toolboxes.
- Drilling and installation of Trailing edge.
- Delivering product to customer within specific timeframes.
Crew chief
Aerosud Aviation
2016.07 - 2017.04
- Maintained safety by implementing effective procedures regarding hazardous actions, materials, and items.
- Supervised crew in daily inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on jigs and fixtures.
- Managed team according to company standards and compliance requirements.
- Trained all team members on key roles to maintain flexibility.
- Process work orders of prioritized jobs, review work packages and conduct safety briefing with technicians prior commencement of shift.
- Work overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies.
Sheet Metal Technician
Aerosud Aviation
2010.01 - 2017.04
- Operated hand and power tools and heavy machinery safely.
- Cut, ground and deburred frames and profiles.
- Fulfilled output requirements while consistently reducing scrap levels.
- Inspected individual parts, assemblies and installations for adherence to specifications and bill of materials.
- Perform tasks of reworking, fabricating and installing complex internal aircraft structural assemblies.
- Carrying out drilling operations, sealant application to components that require wet assembly and permanently install with various fasteners such as rivet, bolts and nuts.
Education
Certificate - Aviation
Online Aviation Training Ltd.
United Kingdom 2001.04 -
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Level 2
African Academy － Boksburg
South Africa 2016.01 - 2016.12
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Level 1
Africa Academy － Boksburg
South Africa 2015.01 - 2015.12
Accomplishments
- Responsible for providing vision and guidance to junior mechanics and apprentices, training them on project plans and procedures
- Embarked on Aircraft structures Apprentice program with Aerosud Aviation 01/2010 until receiving a trade certificate 10/2012
- Reducing the number of oversized holes drilled by 95% and delivering wing to the customer within less manpower days in F15 Retrofit Wing Program
- Successful completion of the F15- Saudi Retrofit program.
Timeline
Aircraft Sheet Metal Worker
QUALITAIR AVIATION GROUP
2024.02 - Current
Sheet Metal Worker
Aerosud Aviation
2023.07 - 2024.01
Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician
Alsalam Aerospace Industries
2017.05 - 2023.02
Crew chief
Aerosud Aviation
2016.07 - 2017.04
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Level 2
African Academy － Boksburg
2016.01 - 2016.12
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Level 1
Africa Academy － Boksburg
2015.01 - 2015.12
Sheet Metal Technician
Aerosud Aviation
2010.01 - 2017.04
Certificate - Aviation
Online Aviation Training Ltd.
2001.04 -