Markus Freedom
About Markus Freedom
Markus Freedom is an Aviation Sustainment Engineer with extensive experience in aviation operations, including roles as an Aircraft Engineer and Flight Operator. He has a background in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering and Aircraft Engineering Technology, and currently works at Zipline in Kaduna, Nigeria.
Work at Zipline
Markus Freedom currently serves as an Aviation Sustainment Engineer at Zipline, a position he has held since 2022. His role involves managing the containment of field failures and quality escapes in aviation operations. He also provides in-country tool calibration support and engages in risk analysis and prioritization, which includes leading cross-functional awareness and mitigation efforts. Prior to this, he worked as a Flight Operator at Zipline from 2021 to 2022, contributing to the operational efficiency of the organization.
Previous Experience in Aviation
Before joining Zipline, Markus Freedom worked at Max Air Ltd as an Aircraft Engineer from 2019 to 2021. In this role, he was responsible for addressing field failures and ensuring quality standards in aviation operations. He also served as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician at the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology in Zaria from 2016 to 2017, where he gained foundational experience in aircraft maintenance.
Education and Qualifications
Markus Freedom studied Aircraft Maintenance Engineering at the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology in Zaria, where he achieved a Higher National Diploma from 2017 to 2019. He also attended the Air Force Institute of Technology in Kaduna, earning a National Diploma in Aircraft Engineering Technology from 2014 to 2016. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in aviation engineering principles.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Markus Freedom has developed expertise in coordinating reverse logistics, including the return shipment of faulty hardware to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). He is skilled in developing and maintaining 'as observed' consumption rates for operational data analysis. His technical capabilities are complemented by his experience in risk analysis and prioritization, which enhances operational safety and efficiency.