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Guido Thabe

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Guido Thabe
Nordhofen, Germany

Experience

Feb 2014 - Present
12 years 1 month

Freelancer

Freelance work in the aviation industry

  • Excerpt of supplier support in quality assurance:

  • Safran Galley Division Herborn Germany In-Process Inspector 2024/2025

  • Brötje Automation Rastede Germany 2022/2023 Airbus A321XL Hangar CISS Preparation (Conformity Inspection Supplier Side)

  • SAAB/Boeing Defence Project (Red Hawk Trainer T7) Sweden 2021/2022

  • XELLIS GmbH, Audit 9100 Preparation (Q Manual, Process Documentation) Germany 2019/2020

  • Conformity Declaration 8130-9 to FAA, various test facilities (Boeing) in Europe, ongoing one-off assignments since 2017 (2025)

  • Source Inspection of cabin parts ongoing one-off assignments (2025)

Nov 2009 - Dec 2012
3 years 2 months
Fällanden, Switzerland

Inspector in the aviation industry

Bucherleichtbau AG

  • Incoming goods inspection and quality assurance
  • Supplier monitoring
  • Certifying Staff EASA Part 21 & 145
Dec 2005 - Oct 2009
3 years 11 months
Hamburg, Germany

Inspector in the aviation industry

SGS TSS/Airbus Germany

  • Source Inspection in the cabin area
  • Long-term project support for quality assurance
Mar 2002 - Dec 2005
3 years 10 months
Herne, Germany

Field Inspector

SGS Germany

  • Outsourced monitoring of wooden pallets
  • Project implementation ISPM No.: 15
Jun 1998 - Feb 2002
3 years 9 months
Norderstedt, Germany

Technician in production

Albert Mühlenberg Apparatebau

  • Cabin equipment parts for Airbus, Bombardier and Boeing
  • Sandwich panel production
  • Panel cutting, conventional and with CNC technology
  • Insert assembly and testing of new deformation processes using vacuum with CFRP materials (doghouse shells)
Nov 1995 - May 1998
2 years 7 months
Mölln, Germany

Quality Inspector in Final Inspection

Theodor Höhns KG GmbH & Co

  • Monitoring production of prefinished parquet
  • Setting up equipment, brushing machines and high-frequency presses
  • Measuring gloss levels and coating layers
Aug 1994 - Oct 1995
1 year 3 months
Hamburg, Germany

Assistant to Management in a Craft Business

A. Biskupek GmbH

  • Representing management
  • Preparing quotes according to VOB
  • Planning and managing two large construction sites
Jul 1990 - Jul 1992
2 years 1 month
Hamburg, Germany

Skilled Worker in Piano Manufacturing

Steinway & Son

May 1988 - Jul 1990
2 years 3 months
Lübeck, Germany

Piano-building Assistant

B. Schröder

Sep 1987 - Apr 1988
8 months
Aabenraa, Denmark

Organ Builder in Metal Pipe Construction

Marcussen & Son

Jan 1987 - Jul 1987
7 months
London, United Kingdom

Organ builder in metal pipe construction & assembly

N.P. Mander Ltd.

Oct 1985 - Dec 1986
1 year 3 months
Großenbrode, Germany

Senior Private

Bundesmarine

Feb 1985 - Sep 1985
8 months
Hamburg, Germany

Organ builder in assembly area

Rudolf von Beckerath Orgelbau GmbH

  • Voicing and restoration

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Aerospace and Defense (24 years), Manufacturing (12 years), and Construction (1 year).

Aerospace and Defense
Manufacturing
Construction

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Quality Assurance (25.5 years), Production (12 years), Project Management (5 years), Operations (5 years), Product Development (3.5 years), and Supply Chain Management (3 years).

Quality Assurance
Production
Project Management
Operations
Product Development
Supply Chain Management

Skills

  • Quality Assurance

  • Project Management

  • Business Administration

  • Quality Management

  • Tech Sector

  • Marketing

  • Process Documentation

  • Climate Protection Management

  • Customer Support

  • Microsoft Office Suite

  • Word

  • Excel

  • Powerpoint

  • Cnc/cad/cam

  • Ms Project

  • Driving License A/b, Incl. Trailer, Vehicles Up To 7.5 T

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Education

Aug 1992 - Jun 1994

Technical College for Wood Technology and Design Hamburg

State-certified Wood Technician · Wood Technology · Hamburg, Germany

Aug 1981 - Jan 1985

Rudolf von Beckerath Orgelbau GmbH

Apprenticeship as Organ and Harmonium Builder · Organ and Harmonium Builder · Hamburg, Germany

Sep 1971 - Jun 1981

Brockes Elementary and Secondary School Lübeck

Lübeck, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Project Management Level C

Certifying Staff EASA Part 21 & 145

Instructor Qualification Certificate

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Where is Guido based?

Guido is based in Nordhofen, Germany.

What languages does Guido speak?

Guido speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Guido have?

Guido has at least 38 years of experience. During this time, Guido has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 13 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 11 months. Note that Guido may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Guido be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Guido would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelancer, Inspector in the aviation industry, Field Inspector.

What is Guido's latest experience?

Guido's most recent position is Freelancer at Freelance work in the aviation industry.

What companies has Guido worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Guido has worked for Freelance work in the aviation industry.

Which industries is Guido most experienced in?

Guido is most experienced in industries like Aerospace and Defense, Manufacturing, and Construction.

Which business areas is Guido most experienced in?

Guido is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Production/Manufacturing, and Project Management. Guido also has some experience in Operations, Product Development, and Supply Chain Management.

Which industries has Guido worked in recently?

Guido has recently worked in industries like Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas has Guido worked in recently?

Guido has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA).

What is Guido's education?

Guido attended Technical College for Wood Technology and Design Hamburg for Wood Technology.

Does Guido have any certificates?

Guido has 3 certificates. These include: Project Management Level C, Certifying Staff EASA Part 21 & 145, and Instructor Qualification Certificate.

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