Aatif Zia

• Prepare Engineering Orders (EOs), Technical Assessments, Certification Plans, Statements of Compliance, CAD drawings, and installation instructions for aircraft repair and modification projects. • Perform compliance assessment against FAR/CS 23 and 25 certification requirements and aircraft Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) limitations. • Conduct structural substantiation calculations using MMPDS, aircraft maintenance data, engineering hand calculations, and finite element analysis (FEA). • Support aircraft modification and repair projects through practical, maintainable, and compliance-focused engineering design solutions. • Perform hazard analysis and failure mode assessments to identify design risks and develop compliant mitigation strategies. • Liaise with LAMEs, operators, suppliers, manufacturers, and certification stakeholders to support project delivery and resolve technical issues. • Utilise SRM, AMM, IPC, FAA Advisory Circulars, CASA regulations, and EASA/FAA guidance material during design and certification activities. • Support cabin interior, cargo configuration, and aircraft equipment installation modifications including flammability compliance assessment activities. Projects Aircraft Dummy Leg Installation & Towing Load Assessment • Designed and analysed dummy leg installation used for aircraft towing and ground handling operations. Thrust Reverser Fairing structural Repair • Designed structural doubler repair for corrosion-induced cracking where OEM fasteners were unavailable. Portable Oxygen Bottle Installation Design • Designed and substantiated mounting system for pilot portable oxygen bottle installations. Seat Spreader Bar Assessment • Conducted lug analysis and structural assessment to define acceptable blending limits for seat spreader bar corrosion damage. Cabin Interior Modifications • Supported cabin configuration modifications including seat cover and cushion replacement activities

Key Responsibilities  Reviewed, analysed and actioned flight logs to determine solutions for hardware & software issues.  Conducted root cause analysis to rectify the error occurred and to provide feedback and key learning to the engineering and operations team.  Conducted testing and validation of aircraft in the field to ensure safety and reliable global operations.  Trained and assessed technicians on the bases of their ability to perform maintenance tasks.  Conducted pre-flight inspections and launched aircraft and performed tests on system updates, both hardware and software and collected avionics health and behavioural data.  Coordinated with pilots, network managers and the Serviceability & Maintenance Lead to conduct troubleshooting, maintenance and servicing of the aircraft fleet and supporting equipment, either in the field or in facilities  Supported development of line maintenance procedures, flight demonstrations with technical assistance and real-time maintenance support.  Generated custom 3D-printed structural components for maintenance purposes. Key Achievements  Worked with minimum supervision – single-handedly managed the maintenance of the global fleet, including other day-to-day tasks.  Developed root cause analysis, problem-solving, and advanced manufacturing skills.

Completed a Master of Engineering in Aerospace, where I demonstrated my academic capability and ability to ensure efficient time management when attending classes, meetings, academic activities, and special events. Developed and structured arguments utilising academic language and analysed/scrutinised sources while furthering my skills in computational fluid dynamics, risk and reliability engineering, structural modelling/integrity, stress/finite element analysis, thermofluids, propulsion systems, and aerospace materials. During my studies, I also developed an interest in product and mechanical design, research & development (R&D), 3D printing, and prototyping. Selected Projects: ·       Structural analysis on wing structure of Pilatus PC-9 using Abaqus CAE: o   Leveraged expertise in mechanics and structures to analyse failure modes. o   Determined maximum load/critical load capacity, fatigue. o   Optimized CAD design and mesh to reduce simulation time. ·       Transient simulation of flow over a throttle body using CONVERGE CFD o   Investigated/monitored flow simulation over a moving valve. o   Refined mesh around valve surface to boost results. ·       Optimization of Wing Design from an aerodynamic point of view o   Enhanced an airfoil profile, flap hinge location, and wing twist distribution. o   Utilised MATLAB for calculations and generating a graphical representation to compare results. ·       Aircraft design optimization o   Improved design parameter to minimize MTOW o   Gained experience in running optimization problems on MATLAB o   Learned and applied gradient-based optimization algorithm, ‘fmincon.’ Key Achievements  Obtained experience working with advanced aerospace materials such as CFRP, CMCs, and MMCs.  Effectively communicated with external assessors and supervisors.  Obtained experience in prototype manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities  Developed layout drawings of high-precision forming tools, fixtures, and punching die.  Reviewed design and documents versus project specifications and standards.  Developed punch geometry and bend allowances for sheet metal components.  Established detailed part dimensions and tolerances to ensure proper form, fit, and function. Key Achievements  Implemented Industrial Manufacturing Methods  Advanced CAD skills in sheet metal design.