Karthik Prakash
Field Service Engineer
Mumbai
Summary
Aviation and Field Service Engineer with 8 years of diverse experience across airlines and engine OEMs, specializing in CAMO operations, ERP systems, customer support, and asset management. Possesses a strong operational understanding of aircraft engines and propulsion systems, along with a proven ability to learn quickly and solve complex problems under pressure. Recognized for fostering strong customer relationships and leading projects that optimize workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Committed to establishing a solid foundation in the aircraft engine industry while driving technological advancements through impactful, knowledge-driven support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Field Service Engineer
Safran Aircraft Engines
02.2024 - Current
- Minimize operational disruptions by providing technical assistance to airline operators using CFM engines.
- AOG assistance to recover aircraft due to engine-related issues.
- Drive customer-focused meetings and improvement projects.
- Be present at the field anytime required (24/7).
- Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain operational efficiencies.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and efficient troubleshooting of complex technical issues.
Senior Powerplant Engineer
Akasa Air
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Initial evaluation of technical documents and perform review of AD/SB/SL/AOW/CNRs of LEAP-1B engine.
- Engine condition trend monitoring of LEAP-1B engine.
- On-wing technical issues management and AOG recovery co-ordination
- Indulge in Borescope inspection review.
- In-service issues management and analysis (operational and maintenance)
- Collaboration with various teams such as OEM, Engine Shops, defect cell, MCC for identifying repeat snags and rectification.
- Engines and APU documentation for Airworthiness review certificate extension and renewal, Audit and Redelivery.
- Oil consumption monitoring
- Assisting Line Maintenance Department by providing guidance in carrying out necessary troubleshooting, SB compliance, special maintenance procedures etc. as required.
- Coordinating engine build up and engine changes.
- Engine and APU shop visit scheduling and work scope review.
- Management of documents by defining, assigning and indenting material in AMOS.
Fleet data Specialist – Aircraft Powerplant
GE Aerospace
04.2019 - 02.2023
- Assist customer with technical inquiries and maintain fleet stability by increasing engine Time on-wing (TOW) and to reduce significant events during operation
- Support On-wing technical issues management and AOG recovery as per existing contract with customer
- Closely monitor Engine fleet health by Engine condition monitoring of GE & CFM product lines
- In-Service issues awareness and co-ordinate with various stakeholders to implement a better support to customer
- Collaborate with CAMO, MCC & reliability teams to identify repeating snags during operation of engines and provide technical analysis after consultation with the component OEM
- Review on-wing AD/SB on its applicability in the fleet and ensure timely compliance
- Forecast engine removals by considering all in-service issues and Life limited parts as well
- Support out station AOGs by coordinating with MCC and provide support with Spares.
- Work closely with customer and internal team to reduce un-scheduled Engine removals
- Check Engine faults during operation and monitor if its reoccurring
- Assist customer in fault troubleshooting/rectification process if necessary
- Monitor Customer notification reports (CNR) in the fleet and timely troubleshooting action is being taken
- Support and co-ordinate for Engine Shop visit by collecting/Reviewing necessary documentation and understanding the Workspace.
- Represent GE in front of customer at all technical levels, Maintenance engineering, Flight operations, Training
- Gather data and Intelligence for use in GE
- Drive various projects that increases safety and reliability of our product and functions
- Initiate new technologies to customer and coordinate within GE research and developments teams to have them introduced to customer in higher level meetings
- Work together with Field service engineers based in customer base and drive on collecting and improving data quality of GE internal database consisting of all GE commercial engine product lines
Aircraft data consultant – Technical records
MACRON TECHNOLOGY
02.2019 - 03.2019
- Support in the Sub-leasing and final Re-Delivery of Aircraft by collecting and preparing technical documents for the entire fleet
- Ensure all the Aircraft meet the standard Airworthiness criteria of operating country and the next operator regulatory authority’s regulations.
- Ensure Aircraft meets all the leasing requirements mentioned in the contract
- Monitor Aircraft while on Sub-lease and ensure our Asset is maintained accordingly
- Prepare Aircraft documents for Final Re-Delivery to owner.
Data Analyst - Aircraft Technical Records
ACUMEN AVIATION
01.2017 - 07.2018
- Scrutiny of Aircraft records from CAMO specialized capacities as and when gathered amid Inspection survey, Transition, Repossession, New Delivery or Acquisition ventures
- Manage & Review aircraft delivery documents, legal & Insurance documents and subsequent work packages required by the Lessor
- Review AD, SB, LLP Status of Engines & Landing gears
- Prepare Back to birth records for Engine and Landing Gear LLPs and other components
- Maintained an up-to-date system consisting of all the details of Aircraft leased that can be assessed anywhere
- Key cooperative person in charge of overseeing customer demands and well appreciated for the unconstrained response provided
- Support on-site technical representatives during their visits for Inspection & collection of records
- Follow-up with operators on whether scheduled maintenance & shop visits are being carried out as per the OEM & Regulatory advisories
- Guided junior engineers and new contracts to more readily enhance the competency and effectiveness to bring up to the expectations of the organization.
Graduate Engineering Trainee – Airline CAMO
AIR INDIA ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Review and apportioning of daily engineering Delays/Incidents, studying & taking preventive actions for recurrence of the same in future
- Analyze and verify Dent & Buckle Chart with SRM for any discrepancies
- Preparing Weight & Balance schedule as per DGCA requirements for annual renewal of Airworthiness Review Certificate
- Worked directly with Planning Department to achieve the data regarding compliance of SBs on Air India B787 Dreamliner Fleet
- Supported Dy. General Manager & Sr Technical Officers with daily operational functions.
Education
B.Tech - Aeronautical Engineering
Jawaharlal College of Engineering & Technology
Palakkad, KL01.2015
High School - undefined
New Indian Higher Secondary School
Ras al Khaimah, UAE01.2011
Skills
- Competitive knowledge and experience in Aircraft Engines
- Technical Data Analysis, BTB records
- Assistance in Aircraft Leasing & Transition
- Skilled in Aircraft Technical documents
- Proficiency in Aviation ERPs, ie, AMOS, AerData, ADEPT, RAMCO, FDM
- On-site support
- Customer service management
Certification
LEAP-1B Line and Base Maintenanace Course from CFM
Timeline
CFM56-7B Line and Base Maintenanace Course from CFM
11-2025
LEAP-1A Line and Base Maintenanace Course from CFM
08-2025
LEAP-1B Line and Base Maintenanace Course from CFM
04-2024
Field Service Engineer
Safran Aircraft Engines
02.2024 - Current
Senior Powerplant Engineer
Akasa Air
02.2023 - 02.2024
Fleet data Specialist – Aircraft Powerplant
GE Aerospace
04.2019 - 02.2023
Aircraft data consultant – Technical records
MACRON TECHNOLOGY
02.2019 - 03.2019
Data Analyst - Aircraft Technical Records
ACUMEN AVIATION
01.2017 - 07.2018
Graduate Engineering Trainee – Airline CAMO
AIR INDIA ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD
02.2016 - 08.2016
High School - undefined
New Indian Higher Secondary School
B.Tech - Aeronautical Engineering
Jawaharlal College of Engineering & Technology