Samson Amdebrhan
Cambridge
Summary
Dynamic Aircraft Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at Ethiopian MRO and JetBlue, excelling in troubleshooting and preventative maintenance. Proficient in using advanced avionics tools and techniques, I demonstrate strong problem analysis and attention to detail, ensuring high safety standards and timely operations in critical environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Technician Maintenance
JetBlue
Arlington, VA
02.2026 - Current
- Performed routine and non-routine maintenance on A220 & A320/321 aircraft systems and components.
- Maintained aircraft systems to ensure operational efficiency and safety compliance.
Technician Maintenance
JetBlue
Boston
02.2025 - 01.2026
- Executed routine, non-routine, and troubleshooting tasks on A320/321 and A220 aircraft systems and components to ensure operational reliability.
Aircraft Tech IV
Ethiopian MRO
Addis Ababa
02.2021 - 02.2024
- Performed routine and non-routine troubleshooting and maintenance on engines, airframes, and avionics systems at B787 line maintenance as B1/B2 certifying staff.
Licensed Aircraft Engineer
Arik Air
Lagos
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Executed maintenance operations and returned B737-700/800 NG to service during secondment with Ethiopian MRO at Arik Air.
Aircraft Tech IV
Ethiopian MRO
Addis Ababa
04.2015 - 08.2019
- Executed maintenance operations in Ethiopian MRO B787 Line Department while upholding high safety standards.
Fleet Expert
Ethiopian MRO
Addis Ababa
12.2013 - 03.2015
- Transferred to Ethiopian MRO MCC and provided support to the department with deep avionics knowledge, analyzing aircraft faults and their occurrences, and generating maintenance orders for line or base maintenance personnel in coordination with fleet experts.
Lead Avionics Tech
Ethiopian MRO
Addis Ababa
12.2009 - 11.2013
- Gained experience in aircraft maintenance in Ethiopian MRO System Avionics Dept., focusing on WDM, SSM, and SWPM for B737NG, B757, and B767 models to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
Jr. - Sr. Aircraft Tech
Ethiopian MRO
Addis Ababa
04.2006 - 11.2009
- Started 2nd career at Ethiopian MRO Base Maintenance, performing various maintenance tasks on B727 and B737CL/NG, developing strong foundation in aviation maintenance.
Jr. - Sr. Heavy Machinery Mechanic
Tana Engineering PLC
Addis Ababa
12.1998 - 02.2004
- Started my career at Tana Engineering PLC as a machinery mechanic, gaining deep knowledge and practical experience on earth moving machinery, including excavators, loaders, graders, backhoe loaders, and dozers. Performed maintenance on Fiat-Hitachi and Hitachi brands.
Education
Module Exam - EASA Part 66 Module Exam
Aircraft Maintenance Collage 66
Netherland03-2026
BSC Degree - INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
Admas University Collage
Addis Ababa12-2011
Diploma - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Ethiopian Aviation Academy
Addis Ababa03-2006
Diploma - Automotive Technology
Nathreth Technical College
Adama( Nathreth)07-1998
Skills
- NAV Database Loader
- Pitot Static Tester
- GFCI Tester
- Megger
- Basic Multimeter
- Navigation instrument testers
- Loop Resistance
- Crimping tools
- Pin Removal Insertion Tools
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Problem analysis
- Preventative maintenance
- Attention to detail
Certification
FAA A/P License
Aircraft System Trainings
- A320/321 Airframe, Power Plant And Avionics System Course, 01/12/26 - 02/04/26
- B737 - 700/800/900, Airframe, Power Plant And Avionics System Course, 12/11/18
- B787 - 8 (GENX-1B), Airframe, Power Plant And Avionics System Course, 09/18/13
- EASA B1 and B2 on B767-200/300 (PW 4000) and B757-200 (PW2040, RB211-535E4), Airframe, Power Plant And Avionics System Course, 09/15/11 - 10/15/11
- B767-200/300 (PW4000, CF6), Airframe, Power Plant And Avionics System Course, 12/06/10
- B757-200 (PW2040, RB211-535E4), Airframe, Power Plant And Avionics System Course, 07/03/09
Timeline
Technician Maintenance
JetBlue
02.2026 - Current
Technician Maintenance
JetBlue
02.2025 - 01.2026
Aircraft Tech IV
Ethiopian MRO
02.2021 - 02.2024
Licensed Aircraft Engineer
Arik Air
09.2019 - 10.2020
Aircraft Tech IV
Ethiopian MRO
04.2015 - 08.2019
Fleet Expert
Ethiopian MRO
12.2013 - 03.2015
Lead Avionics Tech
Ethiopian MRO
12.2009 - 11.2013
Jr. - Sr. Aircraft Tech
Ethiopian MRO
04.2006 - 11.2009
Jr. - Sr. Heavy Machinery Mechanic
Tana Engineering PLC
12.1998 - 02.2004
Module Exam - EASA Part 66 Module Exam
Aircraft Maintenance Collage 66
BSC Degree - INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
Admas University Collage
Diploma - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Ethiopian Aviation Academy
Diploma - Automotive Technology
Nathreth Technical College