GETACHER DEMISSE MITKE

Doha, Qatar | (974) 30323254 | getacher.d@gmail.com | website: https://getacherd.github.io/

PROFILE

Experienced Aircraft IFE Maintenance Technician with over 12 years of hands-on experience. Successfully completed over 1000 troubleshooting tasks, including component removal/installation, adjustments, and testing across various Thales (I5000, I8000, AVANT), Panasonic (Ex2, Ex3, Next) and Connectivity (Starlink) system components, both on the Line and in Hangar environments. Dedicated to ongoing learning and skill development, actively participating in at least 2 hours of professional/personal development weekly to stay current with industry advancements.

EDUCATION

Software Engineering Certificate | ALX

Specialization in Backend Development, March 2023

Diploma of Airframe Maintenance in Aviation Technology | Ethiopian Airlines Aviation Academy

Diploma obtained December 2021

  • Aircraft Maintenance Technician License, Airframe, MM 8792, Exp 13/09/2028

Diploma of Avionics Maintenance in Aviation Technology | Ethiopian Airlines Aviation Academy

Diploma obtained April 2012

  • Aircraft Maintenance Technician License, Avionics, MM 4934, Exp 13/11/2028

BSc Degree in Civil Engineering | Addis Ababa University

Degree obtained July 2015

EXPERIENCE

Aircraft IFE Mechanic | Qatar Airways | Qatar, Doha

March 2025– Present

  • Performed IFE Equipment Removal Installation, troubleshooting, Software loading, content/media loading on Thales Avant, I55000, PanasonicEx2, Panasonic Ex3, Panasonic Next, system components.
  • Performed software/content uploads, system configuration during Starlink Connectivity Upgrade.
  • Performed Removal Installation, Troubleshooting, software loading on Cabin Lighting System on B777, B787, A350

Aircraft IFE and Cabin Fleet Expert | Ethiopian Airlines MOCC/MCC | Addis Ababa

Jan2023 – March 2025

  • Advised / Coordinated/Followed up execution of critical Tasks related to IFE system, EO for onboard WIFI, Internet modifications
  • Guide to recommendations for outstation maintenance resulting in a decrease in maintenance costs and improvement in system reliability.
  • Coordinated with OEM and vender for on board WIFI and IFE system upgrade on multiple Aircrafts.
  • Followed up on Deferred Remarks, facilitated Ground time / Part requirements for on-time fix on more than 50 tasks.
  • Developed software for Deferred Defects follow-up, Delay Record, seat block notification systems and improved productivity and passenger satisfaction by 15%.

Aircraft IFE and Cabin Maintenance Technician | Ethiopian Airlines | Addis Ababa

May 2012 – Jan 2023 (different position, Assistant, Tech I, II, III, IV)

  • Performed IFE Equipment Removal Installation, troubleshooting, Software loading, content loading on Thales Avant, i8000 and I5000 systems on B737, B777, B787, A350 Aircrafts.
  • Planned, assigned, carried out inspections, performed fault isolation, trouble shooting on multiple IFE system components.
  • Performed Aircraft Water and Waste, lighting, Emergency, Lavatory, Galley, Passenger/Crew/Cockpit Seats, troubleshooting, fault isolation, removal installation, operational checks on B777 Aircraft.
  • Ensured all work is performed in compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Followed Aircraft maintenance documents for all technical work
  • Maintain accurate aircraft records and ensure that all maintenance actions are documented and signed off.

SKILLS

  • Avant, I8000, I5000, Panasonic Ex2, Ex3, Next, Cabin Lighting Maintenance
  • Starlink
  • Python | Bash Script | Linux | SQL Database | Web development
  • MRO software, Maintenix, Trax, AMOS
  • Ability to interpret and apply AMM, CMM, IPC, WDM, EO, SB, AD

LICENSES

  • Avionics and Airframe license by an FAA approved ECAA valid until 11/2028

CERTIFICATES

  • Thales I5000/I8000/AVANT IFE System
  • Software Engineering Certificate - Backend

Note: All Certificates /License available at https://getacherd.github.io/