Ian Oteu

I am a result driven Aeronautical Engineer with solid foundation in aeronautics, having graduated from Shenyang Aerospace. My academic background, coupled with hands on experience, has equipped me with comprehensive knowledge in aircraft maintenance and safety. I have great work experience at Jambojet limited and African Express Airways as an aircraft maintenance technician, coupled with internship at Kenya wildlife service Air wing, Kenya police air wing and centurion system limited.

I honed my skills in maintaining and troubleshooting various aircraft systems demonstrating a commitment to precision and adherence to safety standards. My objective is to leverage my expertise as an Aeronautical Engineer to the advancement to aviation technology and safety. I am particularly interested in roles that allow me to apply my skills in aircraft maintenance, safety and troubleshooting.

Additionally, my proficiency in plc, scada, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical troubleshooting positions me as a versatile engineer capable of addressing multifaceted challenges. I aspire to work on projects that involve both design and maintenance, where I can integrate my skills to enhance aircraft performance and safety. Seeking a dynamic and challenging environment, I am to contribute to the development of innovative aerospace solutions.

My goal is to continually expand my knowledge and stay at the forefront of technological advancements within the aerospace industry, ensuring my ability to make meaningful contributions to cutting–edge projects.

AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN - JAMBOJET LIMITED - Kenya

(2024-08 - 2026-08)

• Perform line maintenance which include blade change, re-torque of the blades, seal change and tire change.
• Perform routine checks after flights and before flights.
• Perform troubleshooting of defects and defect rectification.
• Perform the filling of aircraft paper work in accordance with regulation.
• Assist in taking part in bore scope inspections.
• Perform air-frame and propeller de-ice rectification.
• Perform the servicing of the hydraulics system.

AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN - AFRICAN EXPRESS AIRWAYS LIMITED - Kenya

(2024-01 - 2024-08)

• Test and troubleshoot aircraft systems including hydraulic systems, air conditioning systems. Remove and replace defective parts.
• Participated in the completion of an engine change of DC9-10.
• Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive applications and unscheduled requirements to ensure proper and safe operations.
• Maintained, repaired and did corrosion treatment on aircraft air-frame.
• Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair and replace faulty components in aircraft.
• Carry out routine checks in preparation of the aircraft for flight

INDUSTRIAL INTERNSHIP & TRAINING - CENTURION SYSTEMS LIMITED - Kenya

(2023-07 - 2023-11)

• Under an instructor was able to learn VFD perform remote and local control. In addition, I was able to commission it.
• Able to code and communicate the HMI and the PLC.
• Able to rewire the process control kit and code it in order to run as required.
• Able to learn hydraulics, pneumatics, there valves operations and simulate them using FLUIDSIM software and later control them in a physical operation.
• Able to learn programming of the plc, scada and perform different assignments as requested.
• Under an instructor was able to perform electrical trouble shooting and maintenance of printed circuit board.

QUALITY AND SAFETY OFFICER - FREJED ENGINEERING SYSTEM LIMITED - Kenya

(2022-11 - 2023-07)

• Perform all safety inspections and analysis on site
• Contact toolbox meetings and submit weekly report of safety
• Perform any first aid and report any incidence of accident on site
• Ensure all employees onsite meet the safety standards before and during work
• Conduct HSE inspections weekly, provide waste tickets and vehicle inspections documents when required
• Ensure overall safety of employees during work

AERONAUTICAL INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT - KENYA WILDLIFE SERVICE AIRWING - Kenya

(2021-11 - 2022-02)

• Under a licensed engineer, was able to do 100hr and 50 hr checks of Cessna caravan, 152, 172, 206, Huskies and Robinson helicopter.
• Assist in maintenance work on snags that occurred in the aircraft.i.e. change in faulty selector of the fuel system.
• Worked on NDT test on Cessna caravan 208 and also in rigging it.
• Assist engineers and technicians with defect rectification
• Preparation of aircraft s in readiness for flight
• Assessing design requirements during sheet metal fabrication

AERONAUTICAL INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT - NATIONAL POLICE SERVICE (KENYA) - Kenya

(2018-11 - 2019-01)

• Providing technical support and writing reports
• Resolving problems that arise during design, installation and maintenance
• Planning installation and maintenance schedules
• Undertaking theoretical and practical research
• Assist engineers and technicians with defect rectification
• Assist in maintenance work on snags that occurred in the aircraft.i.e. change in faulty selector of the fuel system

MS IN ENGINEERING - AEROSPACE ENGINEERING - Currently pursuing (2026-08)

BSC - AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING - Shenyang Aerospace University (2021-12)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - St Anthony's Boys High School (2016)

Kenya certificate of primary education - Hill School Edloret (2012)