Ryan Thompson

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: ryan.thompson@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: ryan-thompson-ame

Summary

Over 9 years of hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance and repair for commercial aviation, specializing in line and base maintenance of Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 series aircraft. Consistently ensured airworthiness and operational readiness, contributing to a 99.8% dispatch reliability rate for assigned fleets. Proficient in fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, and performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks in accordance with EASA Part 145 regulations.

Experience

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (B2 Licensed), Aer Lingus -- Dublin Airport, Ireland

Mar 2018 – present

• Performed comprehensive line and base maintenance on Airbus A320/A321 and A330 aircraft, ensuring adherence to EASA Part 145 standards and company procedures.

• Executed complex avionic system diagnostics and repairs, including integrated modular avionics (IMA), flight management systems (FMS), and auto-flight systems, reducing unscheduled ground time by 15%.

• Led a team of 3-5 technicians during major service checks (C-checks), completing tasks 10% ahead of schedule without compromising safety or quality.

• Conducted meticulous inspections and rectification of defects, maintaining a defect resolution rate of over 95% within specified turnaround times.

Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Ryanair -- Dublin Airport, Ireland

Sept 2014 – Feb 2018

• Carried out routine transit checks, daily checks, and weekly checks on Boeing 737-800 aircraft, ensuring rapid aircraft turnaround times.

• Assisted B2 engineers in troubleshooting and rectifying avionic system faults, gaining proficiency in various diagnostic tools and software.

• Performed component replacements and functional tests on electrical, instrument, and radio systems under direct supervision.

• Maintained accurate and up-to-date maintenance records using AMOS system, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Education

Dublin Institute of Technology (now TU Dublin), B.Eng. (Hons) in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering in Aircraft Maintenance and Airworthiness -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2010 – June 2014

Skills

Certifications & Licenses: EASA Part 66 B2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence, Type Rated: Airbus A320 Family (CFM56/V2500), Boeing 737 NG (CFM56), Human Factors, Fuel Tank Safety, EWIS

Technical Skills: Avionics Troubleshooting, Fault Diagnosis, Line Maintenance, Base Maintenance, Component Replacement, System Testing, Structural Repair, Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Service Bulletins (SBs), Engine Run-up, Borescope Inspection

Aircraft Systems: Flight Control Systems, Navigation Systems, Communication Systems, Autopilot Systems, Electrical Power Systems, Instrument Systems, Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA), FMS

Tools & Software: AMOS, SAP, AMM, IPC, SRM, CMM, Digital Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Pitot-Static Testers, Aircraft Diagnostic Software

Regulatory Compliance: EASA Part 145, EASA Part M, Health & Safety Regulations, Quality Assurance