Experienced Flight Maintenance Specialist with expertise in aircraft safety protocols and comprehensive knowledge of fire prevention and emergency response measures in high-risk environments.
Proficient in fire safety management, including the use of fire extinguishing systems and handling hazardous materials, ensuring adherence to military and aviation fire safety standards.
Proven ability to implement and oversee fire hazard controls, mitigating risks in aircraft maintenance areas through the application of fire prevention techniques and emergency procedures.
Adept at conducting fire safety inspections and drills, ensuring compliance with military fire safety regulations, and preparing personnel for effective response to fire-related emergencies.
Strong background in managing fire extinguishing equipment and systems, including water, foam, and CO2 extinguishers, contributing to a safer and more secure operational environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Maintenance, Safety and Security Officer
Indian Air Force
06.2003 - 06.2023
Experienced Aircraft Technician with expertise in flight maintenance, assembly, and disassembly of aircraft components, ensuring compliance with fire safety protocols during routine and emergency operations.
Proficient in adjusting flying controls (flaps, ailerons, rudders) and performing repairs on hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and air-conditioning systems, while maintaining a strong focus on fire prevention and fire safety regulations.
Led major overhauls of brake units, main wheels, nose wheel hubs, and landing gear, implementing fire safety measures to manage risks associated with pressurized and flammable systems.
Bay In Charge in Mechanical Rotable Overhaul (MROH), overseeing fire hazard control, proper fire extinguisher usage, and ensuring fire safety protocols were met during critical maintenance tasks.
Daily Fire Safety Inspections (First Flight, Turn Round, Last Flight) for MiG-21A/C aircraft, conducting thorough checks of fire extinguishing equipment and fire risk assessments on critical systems.
Extensive experience in metal and composite structural repairs on IL-76, AN-32, MiG-29, SU-30, C-130, and C-17, adhering to fire safety standards to prevent ignition during repairs and welding processes.
Member of Quick Response Team (QRT), trained in rapid deployment and emergency fire response, specializing in fire suppression during aircraft incidents, fuel leaks, and hazardous material emergencies.
Conducted fire drills and emergency response exercises, ensuring readiness in firefighting techniques such as cooling, smothering, and starving, and effectively managing firefighting equipment.
Proficient in using fire extinguishing agents, including CO2, foam, and dry chemicals, to swiftly and effectively handle emergency fire situations, protecting both personnel and equipment.
Experienced in fire risk assessments, fire suppression systems, and emergency procedures, ensuring fire safety compliance across multiple aircraft platforms and ground operations.
Senior Non Commissioned Officer at Indian Air Force (Office of the Chief of Air Staff)Senior Non Commissioned Officer at Indian Air Force (Office of the Chief of Air Staff)