Kelvin Nthiga
- Aircraft Maintenance Technician - B2 (Avionics)
- Nairobi
- Member Since Nov 30, 2024
About Candidate
I am a Driven Aircraft Avionics Technician, passionate about ensuring aviation's highest safety and performance standards. Meticulous, detail-oriented, and always seeking to stay ahead of industry advancements, I thrive in collaborative environments and am eager to positively impact the aviation industry through my continuous pursuit of excellence.Education
Nairobi Aviation College
Aeronautical Engineering - Avionics
2009
Defence Forces Technical College
Technical Induction Course - Aircraft Radio Systems
2013
Kenya Air Force Training Wing
Aircraft Flight Technician Course
2018
Defence Forces Technical College
Computer Operators’ Course
2018
Kenya School Adventure and Leadership (KESAL)
Leadership and Development Course
2018
Kenya Air Force School of Leadership and Management
Senior Leadership and Management Course
2018
Leonardo S.p.A Aircraft Division - Turin Italy
Leonardo C-27J Aircraft B2 Specialist Type Training Course
2020
Leonardo S.p.A Aircraft Division - Turin Italy
Aircraft Maintenance Instructor Course
2021
Defence Intelligence Academy.
Cyber Defence and Security Course
2023
Defence Forces School of Education and Languages
Instructional Techniques Course
2024
Aircraft Maintenance College 66, Netherlands (AMC66)-Part 147
EASA Part-66 B2 Knowledge Modules (Appendix I from EASA Part-66)
2024
Module 1 and Module 9 completed COR REF NL.147.7366.07477 and NL.147.7366.07494. others ongoing
Work & Experience
AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – B2 | TECHNICAL INSTRUCTOR | FLIGHT TECHNICIAN
Kenya Air Force
Oct 2010 - May 2025
1. Line and Base Maintenance Technician | Maintenance Instructor | Flight Engineer – Leonardo C-27J Spartan Aircraft.
• Responsible for the management and execution of both line and base maintenance operations on the Leonardo C-27J Spartan.
• Management of software updates and integration of avionics systems to ensure optimal performance during flight operations.
• Technical Instruction of personnel on advanced maintenance techniques and led training programs for avionics and systems maintenance.
• Functioning as a Flight Engineer, ensuring the smooth operation of the aircraft during missions.
• Oversee aircraft maintenance management, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
2. Technical / Maintenance Instructor – Defence Forces Technical College.
• Delivered theoretical and practical aircraft maintenance training to military maintenance personnel.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for avionics systems.
• Assisted in the curriculum design for new trainees and experienced technicians.
3. Base and Line Maintenance Technician – Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX
• Performed base and line maintenance tasks, overseeing the health and safety of aircraft systems.
• Trained and mentored junior technicians as an On-the-Job Training (OJT) Instructor.
• Acted as an Out-of-Base Flight Technician and EO/IR Sensor/Payload Operator, ensuring operational support during field deployments.
4. Line Maintenance Technician – Harbin Y-12 Aircraft
• Carried out avionics system maintenance on the Harbin Y-12 aircraft.
• Collaborated with technical teams to implement modifications and upgrades.
5. Line Maintenance Technician – DHC-5 Buffalo and DHC-8 Q100 Aircrafts
• Performed aircraft ground handling and pre-flight inspections to ensure operational readiness.
• Conducted scheduled and unscheduled line maintenance on the de Havilland Canada DHC-5 Buffalo.
• Ensured airworthiness by troubleshooting, testing, and repairing avionics systems including communication, navigation, and radar.
• Responsible for the management and execution of both line and base maintenance operations on the Leonardo C-27J Spartan.
• Management of software updates and integration of avionics systems to ensure optimal performance during flight operations.
• Technical Instruction of personnel on advanced maintenance techniques and led training programs for avionics and systems maintenance.
• Functioning as a Flight Engineer, ensuring the smooth operation of the aircraft during missions.
• Oversee aircraft maintenance management, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
2. Technical / Maintenance Instructor – Defence Forces Technical College.
• Delivered theoretical and practical aircraft maintenance training to military maintenance personnel.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for avionics systems.
• Assisted in the curriculum design for new trainees and experienced technicians.
3. Base and Line Maintenance Technician – Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX
• Performed base and line maintenance tasks, overseeing the health and safety of aircraft systems.
• Trained and mentored junior technicians as an On-the-Job Training (OJT) Instructor.
• Acted as an Out-of-Base Flight Technician and EO/IR Sensor/Payload Operator, ensuring operational support during field deployments.
4. Line Maintenance Technician – Harbin Y-12 Aircraft
• Carried out avionics system maintenance on the Harbin Y-12 aircraft.
• Collaborated with technical teams to implement modifications and upgrades.
5. Line Maintenance Technician – DHC-5 Buffalo and DHC-8 Q100 Aircrafts
• Performed aircraft ground handling and pre-flight inspections to ensure operational readiness.
• Conducted scheduled and unscheduled line maintenance on the de Havilland Canada DHC-5 Buffalo.
• Ensured airworthiness by troubleshooting, testing, and repairing avionics systems including communication, navigation, and radar.
Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice
MISSION AVIATION FELLOWSHIP
Jan 2010 - Oct 2010
Carried out supervised line and base maintenance servicing on Cessna 206, Cessna 210, Cessna 208B caravan, and PC 12 aircraft in accordance with their respective Aircraft maintenance manuals.