Design Engineer Engineering

CURRICULUM VITAE

Mr. TAKUDZWA LEO MUKUMBA Email: *********@*****.**.**

Phone: +1-514-***-****

Royal Aeronautical Society (RMAes 30003673)

Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering Degree Diploma in Aircraft Engineering (Engines and Power Plant Fitter) Higher National Diploma Mechanical

PROFILE

A responsible and versatile engineer seeking new technical challenges and opportunities to apply leadership and project management skills.

With fifteen years of experience in aerospace structures design, composites and systems installation, I have become an organized and efficient design engineer, with well-developed project management skills, a reputation for good decision-making based on analytical approach, and a strong technical background and maintenance knowledge.

Capable of taking on leadership roles, working independently, or as part of a team – I am comfortable working and communicating with all levels of management. I take pride in getting the job done, always with an emphasis on quality and safety. SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE

Position Date Company

Senior Design Engineer 01/12/2012 Upto date Bombardier Inc - Canada Senior Design Engineer 01/05/2012-31/11/2012 Denel Aerostructures - South Africa Senior Design Engineer 01/11/2010-30/04/2012 Aerosud Aviation - South Africa Design Engineer 11/06/2008-31/10/2010 Denel Aerostructures - South Africa Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Supervisor 13/12/2007-10/06/2008 Naturelink Aviation - South Africa Aircraft Engineering Technician and Quality

Inspector 01/09/2004-30/11/2007

Aeronautical Inspection Services (AIS) –

Zimbabwe

Aircraft Mechanic 03/03/1998-30/04/2004 Aircraft Servicing Flight (ASF) & ERS - Zimbabwe Total years of Engineering, Technical and Management Experience: 15years DESIGN ENGINEERING SKILLS AND DUTIES

Produce good conceptual studies and design solutions

Production of detail drawings, models, assemblies, installation drawings, layouts and concepts

Structural, composite, machining, sheet metal, thermoplastics, interior, systems installations design work

Mechanical, Electrical, pneumatics and hydraulics System and component design including reviews

Structural modifications, repair/salvage and sustained engineering design work

Good understanding of production manufacturing technologies, materials and fastening techniques

Analysis, Basic stressing and load path analysis

Interpretation of specifications and standards

Produce/create quality design solutions, 3D models and 2D drawings including revisions

Design any Structures, that is the primary structure, secondary structure and systems supporting brackets in Catia V5

Designing interiors such as galleys, wardrobes, side ledges, lavatory, panels, side console, headliners in Catia V5

Design electrical harnesses and tubing in Catia V5

Working with different program data management (PDM) systems e.g. Wind-chill browser, Primes, Enovia Smart Team, VPM and Enovia, Catia V4

Creating and preparing Bill of Materials (BOM), Engineering Change Notes (ECN), Engineering concessions, Engineering Orders (Eos, NIEOs and PREOs) Design Query Notes (DQN), RDAs, ECRs

Validation, analysis and Checking of designs, drawings and interface control drawings

Production, manufacturing and weight optimization

Thorough understanding and knowledge of GD&T, ASME Y14.5 1994/2009/1989

Setting Design Mass/Weight database and Mass formulas and theoretical calculations

Delivery assemblies, design solutions, assemblies, sub-assemblies and detail parts mass calculations

Calculation of weight saving opportunities, Weight assessment and variation versus major drivers

Technical and Engineering investigations, Root Cause Analysis, QC and QA and production site inspection,

Advice on the right method of NDT technique to be used on manufactured parts and products

Incorporation of relevant modifications on Aircraft and Aircraft parts

Engineering Support to Production, inspection, in service aircraft, MRB activities and decision making

Very Proficient user of CATIA V5 in different workbenches

Presenting and Actively participating in design reviews such PDRs and CDRs

FMEA and brainstorm meetings to ensure design goals are met.

Support to design innovation projects and design liaison activities on production line, customers and suppliers

Good understanding of government regulations including CARs, FARs, EASA, ISO related to Engineering

Reviewing of vendor drawings and design data.

Ensuring drawings comply with all relevant Standards.

Recommend, plan, review, and approve design modifications involving airframe structure and systems installations.

Support to the Business in future project studies and Business Case writing by providing high-level project scope of work, cost and lead time estimates.

Certification and Design approval - provide the required Substantiations in accordance with the Certification Program and fulfill the Certification and Design Approval process with the Airworthiness Authorities.

Leading the Design Engineering team to perform the Engineering process from technical kick-off meeting through all milestones, such as IPDTs, PDRs, CDRs, FAIs, Software Acceptance, Prototype Certification etc. to achieve on-time Milestone Completion and Action Item closure.

Resolving any Design Engineering issues arising before or during the layover

Support to the Business in future project studies and Business Case writing by providing high-level project scope of work, cost and lead time estimates.

Support to design innovation projects and design liaison activities on production line, customers and suppliers

Good understanding of government regulations including CARs, FARs, EASA, ISO related to Engineering

Reviewing of vendor drawings and design data.

Ensuring drawings comply with all relevant Standards.

Writing Technical reports and design engineering presentations ADMINISTRATION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS

Working closely with internal & external clients to understand their needs, set priorities and roadmaps.

Monitoring and managing sub contractors, consultants and third party suppliers within each project.

Annual budget estimates for engineering team

Thorough understanding of Employment Standards and Occupational Health and Safety

Setting goals and objectives for individuals and teams, Team work, Promoting good work practices.

Supervising the quality and quantity of product being produced by employees.

Training, coaching and mentoring of Junior Engineers and technicians across a number of disciplines.

Ability to present to senior levels of management (e.g. Director, MD and CEOs).

Management and maintenance of KPIs such as Productivity, Quality, Human Development, Health& Safety and Achieving Excellence System (AES), implementing continuous improvement via AES

Analyzing and resolving work problems or assist staff in solving problems.

Comprehensive understanding of project management methodologies

Managing multiple projects simultaneously, setting priorities, identifying and addressing and meeting milestone dates.

Focusing on productivity, fulfilment, schedule adherence, process control and smooth flow of process within the operation.

Implementing the Engineering Balanced Scorecard (BSC) strategic and operational objectives.

Managing the day-to-day operational aspects of the project, arranging and managing all project related meetings.

Producing & maintaining project management plans, timing and scoping documentation.

Establishing the overall success criteria for a project, including; time, cost, technical and performance parameters.

Writing progress reports such as Statement of Compliance, design review presentation & presenting them to directors

Work scheduling, monitoring all work in accordance with schedules, developing and reviewing study protocols.

A good knowledge of the techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programs and resources.

Experience in managing technical infrastructure projects and working with high level stakeholders.

Management, supervision and scheduling

Technical focal supporting development and certification activities MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING SKILLS

Good knowledge of industrial development, CNC Machines, Machining and sheet metal processes and liaison techniques

Designing and implementing cost effective equipment modifications to help improve safety and reliability

Collaborating with production, quality, maintenance, materials and shop floor personnel to establish, document and implement continuous improvement projects

Implement engineering solutions to optimize the assembly process

Evaluating product design proposals and the impacts to the manufacturing process

Plastic Molding and Composites manufacturing Techniques

Manufacturing shop, Production Line, Sheet metal shop quality audits

Good knowledge and Implementation on 5S, KANBAN and KAIZEN Methods

Promote and implement Lean Six Sigma methodology and philosophy

Implementation of lean production and manufacturing systems MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING SKILLS

Detailed Maintenance, replacement, servicing, fitting, overhauling and assembling of aircraft and Engines

Maintenance engineering, troubleshooting and solving snags, and Technical engineering consultancy

Aircraft Maintenance Checks i.e. A Check, B Check, C Check, D Check

Maintain and consult the operating and repair manuals, IPCs, Service Bulletins, Service Instructions

Assuring proper maintenance and good working order, staggering of aircraft

Performing Non destructive testing (NDT), planning, laboratory, and workshop maintenance experience.

Performed NDT with Magnetic Particles, Liquid Penetrants, Ultrasonics, Eddy Current and X-rays

Quality control (QC) and assurance (QA) and Aircraft inspection, AS9100

Technical and Engineering investigations, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Active participation in problem solving forums

Ensuring health and safe working standards,

Support activities related to different ISO standards e.g. 1SO 14001, 9001

Follow up to date preventative and predictive maintenance plans

Commissioning and writing test reports.

Incorporation of relevant modifications on Aircraft and Aircraft parts

Aircraft Maintenance staff coaching and mentoring, Training and Supervising Junior Maintenance Engineers

Great knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations, European Aviation Safety Agency Regulations, Civil Aviation Regulations COMPUTER LITERACY

Microsoft Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook, Office, Access &Microsoft project

Primes PDM system Wind-chill, VPM Nav, SAP,

Enovia V5/V6/LCA and Enovia Smart Team

DRAUGHTING SOFTWARES

CATIA V5 (Very Proficient on Multiple/Various workbenches with Advance Catia V5 Certificate from Dassault Systemes)

AutoCAD, Key Creator, Solid works, Solid Edge

Enovia V5/6, VPM Nav and Enovia Smart Team Program Database Management Systems PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Technical Report Writing Certificate – Denel Aerostructures

Advanced CATIA V5 certificate – CDC Design Consultants

Basic Catia V5 certificate – Denel Aerostructures

Quality Awareness Certificate – Denel Aerostructures

Root Cause Analysis Certificate – Denel Aerostructures

EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) Part 21 D – Denel Aerostructures

DAO (Design Authority Organization) Certificate - Bombardier / Transport Canada

CARS (Civil Aviation Regulation) Certificate – Aviation Training for Africa

Non Destructive Testing Techniques Certificate – School of Technical Training

Gas Turbine Engines General Certificate – Denel Aerostructures

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