Elly Ngowe

Kenya

I am Elly Osumba Ngowe, a highly experienced and licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (B1) with over 17 years of dedicated service in the aviation industry. Currently licensed under KCAA, EASA, and UKCAA, I specialize in line and base maintenance across multiple aircraft types, including Embraer 170/175/190/195 and Boeing 737-300/700/800/900/MAX fleets. My career began as a cabin technician, growing steadily through roles as technician, engineer, station engineer, and ultimately to senior engineer ad hoc at Kenya Airways. This journey reflects not just deep technical expertise but also leadership, mentorship, and the ability to manage teams and resources under pressure to ensure safe, timely, and compliant aircraft operations. I have substantial experience in scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, defect troubleshooting and rectification, systems overhaul, and the certification process—always guided by strict adherence to EASA, UKCAA, and KCAA regulations. My role often involves direct coordination with cross-functional teams, training junior engineers and apprentices, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality management systems. Beyond hands-on technical work, I am skilled in resource planning, budget compliance, and process optimization. I also hold advanced training in Safety Management Systems (SMS), Human Factors, Fuel Tank Safety, and Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS), complementing my practical capabilities with a strong safety and compliance mindset. I am currently finalizing my practical training for the UKCAA/EASA B737-600/700/800/900 and B737-MAX license endorsements, reflecting my commitment to continuous learning and staying up-to-date with evolving industry technologies and standards. As an aviation professional, I combine technical excellence, manual dexterity, and regulatory knowledge with a leadership style that values teamwork, safety, and high-quality workmanship, ensuring that aircraft are not just airworthy but reliably and safely serve passengers around the world.