Akhona Liyabona Bango
Pretoria
Summary
I am a detail-oriented individual with passion for aviation and vast experience in Non destructive testing accumulated in my 15 years of experience in aviation industry, employed is the South African Air Force. I worked on various aircrafts operated by the South African Air Force such as Hercules C130 BZ, C 280 cessna caravan, Augusta A109. Oryx helicopter, BK 117, Casa C200 as well as Hawk fighter jets.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Non Destructive Test Technician
South African Airforce
10.2014 - Current
- Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection of parts and materials to identify defects or discontinuities.
- Perform and interpret ultrasonic inspections of bonded parts, assemblies and or suspects parts to detect internal discontinuities.
- Perform and interpret eddy current inspections on parts and assemblies to detect or measure cracks or other surface discontinuities.
- Perform and interpret magnetic and penetrant inspections as needed.
- Perform and interpret radiographs of casting, weldments, and other parts for discontinuity.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
South African Airforce
05.2011 - 10.2014
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Performed servicing functions such as refueling and marshaling.
- Improved aircraft safety by conducting thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
Education
NDT Technician -
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer -
Mechanical Engineering
Tshwane South College
Tshwane12-2013
Matric certificate -
01.2005
Skills
- Ability to set-up and standardize equipment, conduct tests, interpret or evaluate, and document the acceptance or rejection of parts
- Thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the technique or method for which certified
- Familiar with codes, standards and other contractual documents that control the method used at facility
- Basic knowledge of product manufacturing and inspection technology
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Safety standards
- Inspection and Testing Reports
- Time management abilities
- Computer Proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving aptitude
profile
Akhona Liyabona Bango, 1504 Papyrus cres , Westview estate, Andeon X 6, Pretoria West , 0671648988; akhonabango01@gmail.com.
I have code 10 drivers licence.
No criminal record.
Certification
- Magnetic particle inspection level 2
- Dye penetrant inspection level 2
- Ultrasonic inspection level 2
- Eddy current inspection level 2
- Radiographic inspection level 2
- Ionizing radiation and radiation safety principles
- Corrosion, inspection and protection
- Communication skills
reference
Ms D.G Kekana: 083 8792631
Mr K.L Matlou: 0848713824
Timeline
Non Destructive Test Technician
South African Airforce
10.2014 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
South African Airforce
05.2011 - 10.2014
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer -
Matric certificate -
NDT Technician -
Mechanical Engineering
Tshwane South College
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