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MATTHEW BRIDGES
67 Westheath Road,
Farnborough GU14 8QX
01252 651032 / 07903 377674;
matt.bridges1@hotmail.com
PROFILE
A skilled and dedicated Mechanical Engineer with significant expertise in the
field of engineering and maintenance, including valuable experience in the
support of aircraft operations. Self-motivated and keen to learn, with an
eagerness and energy to progress. Possesses the versatility and initiative
required to thrive in a dynamic working environment, as well as the
concentration, problem solving skills and meticulous level of accuracy to meet
any technical challenge. A comfortable leader and team member with a strong
work ethic, displaying a particular aptitude for promoting health and safety
awareness in the workplace.
KEY SKILLS
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
 Able to prioritise and organise busy workloads
 An effective worker under pressure and in arduous conditions
 Proactive team player able to work using own initiative
 Enthusiastic and committed to learning and developing
 Proficient in all Microsoft office application
CAREER HISTORY
HM Forces 2009 - Present
Senior Aircraft Technician – Mechanical 2013-Present
 Played a key role as a Senior Aircraft Technician, tasked with the timely
servicing, maintenance and repair of aircraft while working to stringent
protocols and exacting standards.
 Regularly diagnosed and rectified aircraft faults on the flight line, resulting in
aircraft meeting flight plans which retrospectively saved the organisation vast
amounts of money on maintenance costs and time.
 Performed preventative maintenance and executed break downs / rebuilds of
aircraft in the support of overseas operations.
 Utilised knowledge of a wide range of mechanical systems and specialist
aircraft equipment, such as hydraulic, fuel and pressurised gas systems as
well as various heavy duty cranes.
 Supervised and motivated junior members of the team toward the
achievement of objectives, as well as delivering teaching sessions to senior
personnel on all aspects of aircraft operations and maintenance.
 Liaised with internal teams on the procurement of parts; ensuring minimum
disruption to flight operations.
 Produced comprehensive technical documentation for each assigned task,

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while ensuring adherence to all internal policies and procedures as well as
Health and Safety requirements.
 Completed deployments across global locations, including Oman, Jordan, USA
and Afghanistan; working effectively within remote, pressurised and
challenging environments.
 Successfully maintained a 90% average across Chinook aircraft system
training as well as completing independent studies, including a Certificate of
Higher Education in Mechanical Engineering.
Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic 2009-2013
 Completed training and secured an in-depth knowledge of aircraft structures,
hand skills, gas turbine engines, electronic and avionic fundamentals,
hydraulic systems, fuel systems, flying control systems, aviation maths and
science, aerodynamics and environmental control systems.
 Provided maintenance and support on VC10 transport and air to air refuelling
aircraft, including the completion of routine services and top ups of nitrogen,
oxygen and hydraulic systems (pressures up to 3000 psi).
 Undertook initial trade training and secured exceptional results, with notable
success in winning the Silver Salvor Award during aircraft system training for
the highest overall score in examinations.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
HNC, Mechanical Engineering
NVQ Level 3, Extended Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering
Advanced Level Apprentice in Engineering Manufacture, Craft & Technician
IOSH (Pending)
FURTHER DETAILS
Full driving License
INTERESTS
I play football for a local team and also enjoy golf, tennis and going to the gym.