Christopher Grant Reece
Centurion,Gauteng
Summary
Highly skilled avionic maintenance engineer with 7 years in aviation maintenance industry. Repaired and maintained aircraft instruments, electrical and flight systems, and avionics. Exceptional technical skills and attention to detail leading to management and client satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Instrument Apprentice
Aeronautical Instrumentation/Aeronautical Aviation
12.2016 - 10.2019
- I spent the first year and a half in the instrument shop learning and carrying out bench work on instruments, gyros and autopilots
- In this time I also learned and carried out annual checks on airframe including pitot-static checks, transponder and annual avionic checks
- Following that I did work in the electrical shop where I learned how to service and test batteries, do electrical inspections as well as carry out fault finding and repairs on the airframe as well as on the bench
- I had some experience with avionic installations, primarily Garmin avionics
- I was one of 2 people to carry out the Cirrus Aircraft Parachute Systems 10 year replacement service bulletin, whereby I did a full harness removal and installation, as well as the functional test of the entire system including the rocket motor
- I gained a lot of experience with Garmin avionics, Bendix King Gyros, radios and autopilots
- As well as gaining experience on Cirrus SR20 and SR22; Beechcraft Bonanza, Baron and Kingair series; Embraer Phenom 100 and 300; Cessna 182, 206, 208 and 210.
Aircraft Instrument and Avionics Apprentice
Executive Avionic Solutions
10.2019 - 12.2021
- My duties at EAS included carrying out annual inspections, fault finding and repair to any avionic, instrument or electrical system on many varieties of aircraft
- I continued to do bench work which included testing, fault finding, service, repair and overhaul of many components.
- I continued to carry out installations of avionic upgrades
- Gaining experience on Gulfstream G1; Embraer 135; Bombardier Challenger 600-604; Dassault Falcon 20, 50, and 2000; and Learjet 35, 45, and 60, on top of the continually growing experience on the Kingair series airframes.
Qualified Avionics Technician
Executive Avionic Solutions
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Continued my work once qualified, taking on more responsibilities.
- Assisting with training of the new apprentices with the knowledge and experience gained in my own apprenticeship
- Travel on contract to several African countries to aid in fault finding and repair for aircraft based out of South Africa
Avionics and Electrical Technician
Skysource International
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Carry out avionics and autopilot installation on B1900D aircraft being converted to cargo aircraft
- Carry out annual and periodic maintenance to Beechcraft 90, 200, 300 and 1900 series aircraft; Cessna 208 Caravan and Pilatus PC-12/45.
- Carry out fault finding and repair to instrument, avionic and electrical systems
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, maintenance tasks, and inventory for accurate tracking purposes.
- Expand on my ever growing knowledge by attending trade related courses
Avionics Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Skysource International
03.2024 - Current
- Taking a new role as a CAA licensed engineer, I have taken the responsibility of releasing maintenance and repairs carried out on aircraft as applicable to my assigned licenses
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Inspected all aircraft to verify compliance with CAA and FAA regulations.
- Developed strong working relationships with manufacturers, vendors, and suppliers, enhancing communication and support during critical situations.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities or unforeseen challenges during high-pressure situations.
Education
First Year Aircraft Instrument Mechanic Apprenticeship Training - Aircraft Instrument Mechanic
Denel Technical Academy
Kempton Park, Gauteng11.2016
High School Diploma -
Christian Brothers' College
11.2009
Skills
- Aircraft Systems Knowledge
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Technical documentation understanding
- Use of specialised tooling
Certification
- Instruments Cat W License - Issued 22/02/2024
- Compass Direct Reading Magnetic Cat X License - Issued 22/02/2024
- Compass Remote Reading Cat X License - Issued 22/02/2024
- Electrical Cat W License - Issued 09/07/2024
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Avionics Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Skysource International
03.2024 - Current
Avionics and Electrical Technician
Skysource International
03.2023 - 03.2024
Qualified Avionics Technician
Executive Avionic Solutions
12.2021 - 03.2023
Aircraft Instrument and Avionics Apprentice
Executive Avionic Solutions
10.2019 - 12.2021
Aircraft Instrument Apprentice
Aeronautical Instrumentation/Aeronautical Aviation
12.2016 - 10.2019
First Year Aircraft Instrument Mechanic Apprenticeship Training - Aircraft Instrument Mechanic
Denel Technical Academy
High School Diploma -
Christian Brothers' College
- Instruments Cat W License - Issued 22/02/2024
- Compass Direct Reading Magnetic Cat X License - Issued 22/02/2024
- Compass Remote Reading Cat X License - Issued 22/02/2024
- Electrical Cat W License - Issued 09/07/2024
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