SAMUEL AMANKWAH
Summary
Detail-oriented Aircraft Engineer and Commissioned Officer with expertise in aircraft maintenance, fleet management, and engineering team supervision. Delivered impactful instruction and engaged students through dynamic lectures, fostering a supportive learning environment. Contributed to aviation research published in Heliyon, showcasing a commitment to academic and professional excellence.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor
Ghana Air Force Aviation College
07.2025 - Current
- Instruct at Ghana Air Force Aviation College, leveraging expertise in aircraft maintenance and mechanical engineering to enhance student understanding and skills.
- Delivered aviation instruction to cadets at Ghana Air Force Aviation College.
- Prepared lesson plans aligned with college training standards and syllabus.
- Assessed student performance through examinations, quizzes, and practical exercises.
Aircraft Engineer and Commissioned Officer
Ghana Armed Forces
10.2017 - Current
Field Engineer
Air Force Base
Takoradi
10.2021 - 07.2025
- Coordinated Diamond DA42 NG servicing and overhaul from Jan to Mar 2025, ensured compliance with airworthiness standards.
- Ensured compliance with maintenance and airworthiness requirements during aircraft servicing and repair activities, contributing to operational safety.
- Managed Diamond DA42 NG servicing and overhaul from Jan to Mar 2025, upheld compliance with airworthiness standards.
Mechanical Transport Officer
Air Force Base
Takoradi
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Directed ground transport maintenance and logistics while utilizing mechanical engineering principles for effective fleet management.
- Coordinated transport schedules for personnel and cargo movements, ensuring timely and efficient operations.
- Managed vehicle dispatch for Air Force Base operations, optimizing resource allocation and mission support.
- Inspected transport vehicles for safety and readiness, maintaining compliance with operational standards.
Squadron Engineer
Ghana Armed Forces
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Led maintenance teams, providing engineering support to ensure operational readiness of squadron missions.
- Troubleshot mechanical faults in flight systems and ground support equipment, enhancing operational reliability.
- Inspected Ghana Armed Forces aircraft, ensuring airworthiness and service readiness for mission deployment.
- Maintained airframes, engines, and avionics using military maintenance procedures.
Adjutant
Engineering Wing
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Facilitated engineering operations and managed personnel to ensure the technical readiness of air and ground units.
- Executed daily operations to maintain high standards of accuracy and efficiency.
- Proposed and implemented innovative solutions that improved team dynamics and project outcomes.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve collective goals and resolve product and service-related challenges.
Line Maintenance Technician
Aluworks Ghana Limited
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Performed maintenance on production line in aluminium rolling plant to ensure operational continuity.
- Demonstrated aircraft procedures, ground handling, and cockpit familiarization to cadets.
- Instructed aviation cadets in Ghana Air Force Aviation College classroom and field training.
- Prepared lesson plans aligned with flight safety and aviation college training standards.
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Facilitated mechanical maintenance operations on port cranes, forklifts, and terminal equipment.
- Inspected engines, pumps, and hydraulics for faults and wear.
- Documented maintenance activities in workshop logs and service registers, maintaining accurate records for future reference.
- Supported mechanical engineering section as a trainee in maintenance team, contributing to operational readiness.
Auto Mechanic Intern
KOA Motors
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Inspected engines, transmissions, and driveline systems for mechanical faults.
- Assisted senior mechanics with complex repairs on customer vehicles.
- Checked vehicle systems to identify potential issues and made necessary adjustments.
- Disassembled and reassembled components using hand tools and power tools.
- Changed oil, filters, fluids, and batteries during routine service work.
- Explained repair needs and service updates to customers and service staff.
Education
Certificate - Aircraft Maintenance Management
Air Force Engineering University
ChinaMSc - Aerospace Vehicle Design
Air Force Institute of Technology
NigeriaBSc - Mechanical Engineering
University of Mines and Technology
GhanaKoforidua Senior High Technical School
KoforiduaSkills
- Technical instruction
- Aviation instruction
- Aircraft maintenance and inspections
- Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
- Airworthiness compliance
- Mechanical systems
- Maintenance scheduling
- Fleet logistics
- Team supervision
- Curriculum coordination
- Technical training
- Office software proficiency
Personal Information
- Title: Aircraft Maintenance and Mechanical Engineering
- Availability: Willing to relocate
Certification
- CASA C-295M Loadmaster | 2025-07
- CASA C-295M Type Rating Course | 2025-05
- K8-P Type Rating Course | 2024-09
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineers' Licence | AFIT, Nigeria | 2023-03 - 2023-09
- Mechanical Transport Officers Course | 2021-03
- State Partnership International Fusion Training | 2018-08
- Aviation Human Factors Workshop | 2018-07
- Regular Career Course | Ghana Military Academy | 2016-05 - 2017-10
LANGUAGES
- Title: Aircraft Maintenance and Mechanical Engineering
- Availability: Willing to relocate
RESEARCH PUBLICATION
- Title: Aircraft Maintenance and Mechanical Engineering
- Availability: Willing to relocate
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
- Title: Aircraft Maintenance and Mechanical Engineering
- Availability: Willing to relocate
Languages
English
First Language
French
Beginner
A1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Instructor
Ghana Air Force Aviation College
07.2025 - Current
Field Engineer
Air Force Base
10.2021 - 07.2025
Mechanical Transport Officer
Air Force Base
01.2019 - 10.2021
Squadron Engineer
Ghana Armed Forces
05.2018 - 12.2018
Aircraft Engineer and Commissioned Officer
Ghana Armed Forces
10.2017 - Current
Adjutant
Engineering Wing
10.2017 - 04.2018
Line Maintenance Technician
Aluworks Ghana Limited
09.2015 - 04.2016
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority
05.2013 - 08.2013
Auto Mechanic Intern
KOA Motors
06.2011 - 08.2011
Certificate - Aircraft Maintenance Management
Air Force Engineering University
MSc - Aerospace Vehicle Design
Air Force Institute of Technology
BSc - Mechanical Engineering
University of Mines and Technology
Koforidua Senior High Technical School