Niall Ovenden
About Niall Ovenden
Niall Ovenden is an experienced Aircraft Mechanic currently employed at Amentum, where he has worked since 2019. He previously served as an Aircraft Technician in the British Army for five years and has received recognition for his achievements in aircraft maintenance.
Work at Amentum
Niall Ovenden has been employed at Amentum as an Aircraft Mechanic since 2019. His role involves performing maintenance on aircraft systems, specifically focusing on the AH-64 Apache helicopters. He has worked in challenging environments, including Iraq and Afghanistan, where he has applied his technical skills to ensure aircraft readiness and mission capability.
Previous Experience in the British Army
Before joining Amentum, Niall Ovenden served in the British Army as an Aircraft Technician from 2014 to 2019. During this five-year period, he gained extensive experience in aircraft maintenance and repair, contributing to the operational effectiveness of military aviation.
Education and Expertise
Niall Ovenden completed his secondary education at Hutton Grammar School, achieving GCSE qualifications from 2006 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining an Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Engineering Manufacture (Aerospace) from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he earned a Level 3 Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technology and a Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering during the same period.
Achievements and Recognition
In 2020, Niall Ovenden received the 'Employee Achievement of the Year' certificate at Amentum, recognizing his contributions to the organization. He has successfully completed 27 phases of 500-hour depth scheduled maintenance within a two-year timeframe, demonstrating his commitment to high standards in aircraft maintenance.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
Niall Ovenden possesses in-depth expertise in technical manuals, fault diagnosis, and rectification. He has facilitated workflow procedures on various aircraft systems, including hydraulics, drive systems, flying controls, fuel, and turbine engines. His role requires a thorough understanding of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance processes to maintain aircraft operational readiness.