Qualified Technical Instructor -
Technical Type Training School (TETTRA)
Pune, India
BIVAS CHAKRABORTY
Indian Air Force Veteran - Electrical Branch
Bengaluru,KA
Summary
Highly experienced and disciplined Indian Air Force veteran with nearly forty years of expertise in technical supervision, operations, and training. Leveraging extensive experience in airfield lighting systems, arrester barrier technology, and leadership roles, seeking a challenging and rewarding post-service career.
Education
Advanced Technical Training - airfield electrical systems, airport lighting, radar power systems, arrester barrier systems
7 TETTRA School
Pune, IndiaDiploma in Electrical Engineering -
Electrical And Instrument Training Institute (E&ITI)
Bengaluru, IndiaBachelor of Arts -
Calcutta University
KolkataSkills
Airfield lighting systems
Arrester barrier installation
Radar power systems
Installation and maintenance of CAT-II airfield lighting
Modernisation of Air Field Infrastructure (MAFI) systems
Airfield equipment operation
Leadership and Operational readiness
Team Management
Imparting technical education and development of personnel
Excellent written and verbal communication
Accomplishments
- Successfully installed and operationalized critical airfield systems at multiple IAF bases.
- Recognized as 'Ultra Skilled in Trade and Development' (USTAD), the highest technical certification in the IAF.
- Served as a key instructor for arrester barrier systems and airfield lighting maintenance.
- Spearheaded installation and operational fitness testing of modern arrester barriers at Aero India 2005 and AF Station Patna in 2004.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Bengali
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Senior Technical Supervisor and Instructor
Indian Air Force
12.1986 - 01.2025
Qualified Technical Instructor -
Technical Type Training School (TETTRA)
Advanced Technical Training - airfield electrical systems, airport lighting, radar power systems, arrester barrier systems
7 TETTRA School
Diploma in Electrical Engineering -
Electrical And Instrument Training Institute (E&ITI)
Bachelor of Arts -
Calcutta University
Work History
Senior Technical Supervisor and Instructor
Indian Air Force
Bengaluru
12.1986 - 01.2025
- Vast experience in operation, supervision, installation, maintenance, and training of arrester barrier systems from different origins across multiple IAF bases
- Installed and maintained entire airfield lighting systems and power supply networks at various flying bases of the IAF, including CAT-II airport lighting systems
- Successfully installed BEFAB 44B 2F FL MEN 302 MER arrester barrier and completed quality audits at forward base units
- Fourth-line servicing experience up to ‘O’, ‘I’, and ‘D’ levels on arrester barrier systems of US, Gulf, Western (G+W), Irish, and Indian origin
- Installed ADRDE 20 Ton arrester barrier system at AF Station Bidar in 2008, rendering fitness reports for operational deployment
- Managed technical sections comprising large teams, overseeing HR operations, technical supervision, and reporting to senior management
- Technical Instructor: Selected for the 'Method of Instructions' course, emerging as a top-graded instructor. Conducted instructional duties at Technical Type Training School (TETTRA) as a course in-charge for system-relevant courses. Technically tested and conferred the prestigious 'Ultra Skilled in Trade and Development' (USTAD) certification. Deputed for instructional assignments spanning almost a decade at various technical training institutes of the IAF.
Software
Microsoft Office Suite
Disclaimer
I do hereby declare that the above information is true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Key Training And Certifications
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Instrument Training Institute (E&ITI), Indian Air Force
- Advanced Technical Training, System training in airfield electrical systems, including airport lighting, radar power systems, and arrester barrier systems at 7 TETTRA School
- Leadership & Management, In-service training on leadership, HR evaluation, counseling, and mentoring
- Qualified Technical Instructor, Top-graded instructor at Technical Type Training School (TETTRA)
Attributes
- Strong integrity and dedication to duty.
- Effective planning and execution to achieve organizational goals.
- Soft-spoken yet assertive, ensuring effective collaboration and leadership.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience