KHALID ALSHAHAB
Summary
Strategic professional with over 13 years of diverse experience in government, aviation, nuclear energy, and defense training. Demonstrated success in high-pressure environments, including managing live military exercises and ensuring compliance in nuclear operations. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, with strong skills in quality assurance and technical translation. Bilingual communicator with a proven track record in operational leadership and entrepreneurship.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Military Training Translator
Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL)
02.2024 - Current
- Provide real-time English ↔ Arabic interpretation during specialized military training at a defense camp, covering weapons handling, tactical movement, first aid, survival skills, and other combat-related disciplines.
- Operate in high-pressure environments, including live-fire conditions and physically demanding drills, ensuring clarity, precision, and cultural accuracy.
- Support 14 training periods annually, each lasting two weeks, with 400–600 trainees per period.
- Translate detailed training materials, manuals, and instructional documents to support ongoing programs.
Founder & Owner
Magic Mirror Auto Repair
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Founded a professional body shop specializing in high-quality automotive painting, dent repair, and cosmetic restoration.
- Overcame humidity-related painting challenges in Dubai through advanced techniques and climate-controlled processes.
- Expanded into a full-service repair workshop, managing operations, strategy, marketing, and customer relations.
- Sold the business for a profitable exit in 2024.
Quality Assurance Engineer
NAWAH Energy Company
07.2013 - 02.2019
- Completed 1 year of intensive nuclear power plant systems training in UAE, consistently achieving top scores in weekly exams.
- Undertook 1.5 years of on-the-job training at Korean nuclear facilities, gaining hands-on experience with advanced systems and safety protocols.
- Served as a certified Level II Nuclear Inspector at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, conducting supplier audits, maintenance inspections, and shipment verifications.
- Ensured compliance with nuclear industry and ISO standards, contributing to operational readiness and safety.
Global Contact Center Agent
Etihad Airways
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Managed global customer service operations, handling reservations, booking modifications, and special requests.
- Worked under high pressure to resolve complex issues for demanding or distressed passengers.
- Used multiple booking and ticketing systems to serve customers across time zones and cultures.
Receptionist
Department of Economic Development
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Greeted visitors, managed calls, and coordinated appointments in a government office setting.
- Funded tuition fees through this role while studying, building early professional and customer service skills.
Education
Master’s Degree - Artificial Intelligence
Ajman University
Ajman01.2027
Diploma - Language Interpretation And Translation
Rabdan Academy
Abu Dhabi 01.2025
Bachelor of Applied Science - Industrial Engineering
Al Hosn University
Abu Dhabi01.2013
ESL (English as a Second Language) - undefined
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, Virginia01.2008
High School Diploma - undefined
Al Nahda National Schools
Abu Dhabi01.2003
Skills
- Bilingual interpretation and translation
- Military training assistance services
- Quality assurance standards adherence
- Non-destructive test methodologies
- Paint, coating, and finishing inspections
- Surface cleanliness and profile checks
- Coating thickness assessment techniques
- Adhesion test methodologies
- Porosity and holiday detection tests
- Curing and hardness assessments
- Color, gloss, and finish inspections
- Environmental conditions monitoring during application
- Visual inspection techniques (VT)
- Liquid penetrant inspection (PT)
- Magnetic particle inspection (MT)
- Ultrasonic inspection (UT)
- Radiographic inspection (RT)
- Eddy current inspection (ET)
- Auditing and inspection processes management
- Intercultural communication proficiency
- Operational strategy development
- Excellence in customer service delivery
- Conflict resolution expertise
- Project management coordination
- Process enhancement initiatives
Certification
- Level II Nuclear Inspector – BNPP
- ISO9001 Lead Auditor
- NQA-1 Certification – Nuclear Quality Assurance
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Master
- PMP
- Arabic - English Translation
LANGUAGES
Arabic – Native
English – Fluent
CUST
- ER. KHALID SHIHAB SALEH ALSHAHAB
- MARCH 7TH 1986 - UAE NATIONAL
- UAE NATIONAL MILITARY SERVICE BATCH 7
- Military Engineer UAE – 2017
- CONTACT
- +97156 666 3626
- K.J86@hotmail.com
- Https://www.linkedin.com/in/khalid-al-shahab-737032112/
Accomplishments
Achieved Level II Nuclear Inspector certification and completed ENEC’s Appendix U program, directly contributing to the safe launch readiness of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, the first in the Arab world.
Led and executed 25+ supplier audits and critical equipment inspections, preventing nonconformance and ensuring compliance with ASME NQA-1 and ISO 9001 nuclear standards.
Timeline
Military Training Translator
Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL)
02.2024 - Current
Founder & Owner
Magic Mirror Auto Repair
01.2019 - 01.2024
Quality Assurance Engineer
NAWAH Energy Company
07.2013 - 02.2019
Global Contact Center Agent
Etihad Airways
01.2012 - 01.2013
Receptionist
Department of Economic Development
01.2011 - 01.2012
Master’s Degree - Artificial Intelligence
Ajman University
ESL (English as a Second Language) - undefined
Northern Virginia Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Al Nahda National Schools
Diploma - Language Interpretation And Translation
Rabdan Academy
Bachelor of Applied Science - Industrial Engineering
Al Hosn University
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