Shuaib Mushtaq

Procurement Manager

5 Base Repair Depot, Air Force Station Sulur, Coimbatore (2017 – 2024)

Key Responsibilities

• Administered annual procurement budgets exceeding ₹1.5 Crore.
• Developed procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives, operational requirements, and budget constraints.
• Managed complete procurement lifecycle from requirement identification to final delivery and payment closure.
• Procured precision calibration equipment, testing instruments, aircraft support systems, electronic components, and laboratory assets from domestic and international suppliers.
• Led supplier selection, vendor evaluation, qualification, and performance monitoring activities.
• Negotiated pricing, delivery schedules, warranty terms, technical support, and service agreements with vendors.
• Managed procurement risks associated with defense-grade and imported equipment acquisitions.
• Ensured compliance with government procurement policies, defense procurement procedures, and audit requirements.
• Maintained complete procurement documentation and audit-ready records.
• Established long-term relationships with strategic domestic and international vendors.
• Coordinated import-related procurement activities and supplier communications for foreign acquisitions.

Laboratory In-Charge – Calibration & Repair Division

5 Base Repair Depot, Air Force Station Sulur, Coimbatore (2014 – 2024)

• Led calibration, repair, testing, and certification activities for aircraft testing equipment and precision measuring instruments.
• Managed a multidisciplinary technical team of 24 personnel responsible for calibration and maintenance operations.
• Ensured compliance with AS9110C:2016 and ISO/IEC 17025 quality management requirements.
• Supervised laboratory operations, resource planning, workload allocation, and performance monitoring.
• Implemented quality assurance procedures and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Coordinated with various Air Force units for calibration requirements and technical support.
• Managed laboratory documentation, calibration records, quality audits, and accreditation compliance activities.
• Reduced equipment downtime through effective planning and preventive maintenance programs.
• Conducted root cause analysis and corrective actions for equipment failures and quality deviations.

Quality Management & ISO 17025 Accreditation Project

Core Team Member – ISO/IEC 17025 Upgradation

Played a key role in upgrading and strengthening the laboratory quality management system in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

Documentation & Technical Records Management

Air Force Station Guwahati (2011 – 2014)

• Managed aircraft technical documentation and maintenance records in accordance with Indian Air Force regulations.
• Maintained aircraft logbooks, serviceability records, maintenance schedules, and inspection reports.
• Ensured accurate documentation for audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinated between maintenance teams and operational units for timely record updates.
• Developed strong expertise in documentation control, record management, compliance monitoring, and process standardization.

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Air Force Station Yelahanka, Bengaluru (2008 – 2011)

• Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on military aircraft electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Conducted fault diagnosis, testing, servicing, and repair of aircraft systems to ensure mission readiness.
• Ensured compliance with airworthiness standards and maintenance procedures.
• Maintained technical records, maintenance logs, and aircraft documentation.
• Coordinated with engineering teams to ensure timely aircraft servicing and availability.

Additional Responsibility – Dornier Aircraft Simulator Management

• Managed installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of aircraft simulation systems.
• Ensured simulator availability for pilot training and operational exercises.
• Conducted preventive maintenance and calibration activities for simulator equipment.
• Coordinated with technical teams and OEM representatives for system upgrades and maintenance support.

Technical Training – Electrical & Instrumentation

Indian Air Force Electrical & Instrument Technical Training Institute, Bengaluru (2005 – 2008)

• Completed advanced technical training in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Control Systems, and Aircraft Avionics.
• Acquired expertise in testing, troubleshooting, calibration, maintenance, and repair of aircraft electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Gained hands-on experience in technical documentation, quality assurance procedures, and maintenance management.
• Developed strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities in highly technical operational environments.

Basic Military Training

Indian Air Force (2004 – 2005)

• Successfully completed comprehensive military and leadership training.
• Developed strong foundations in discipline, operational planning, resource management, and organizational procedures.
• Trained in military logistics, administration, safety protocols, and quality standards.