Sourav Ghosh
DGCA Certified RPAS Pilot & UAS Engineer
KHARAGPUR
Summary
Highly experienced professional with extensive expertise in drone industry pilot and operations management, spanning years. Proven track record in problem resolution and customer satisfaction enhancement. Skilled in the operation and maintenance of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), and underwater boats. Reliable and adaptable, offering strong technical acumen, project management skills, and excellent communication. Eager to contribute to team success through dedication, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional organizational abilities. Adept at navigating high-pressure environments and embracing new challenges to elevate organizational brand performance.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Senior Project Engineer (Contract)
IIT, Bhubaneswar
01.2025 - Current
- Led development of solutions for VTOL, multirotor, tethered, and underwater drone/boat projects.
- Maintained strong client communication throughout project lifecycles.
- Proactively mitigated risks to prevent project delays.
- Streamlined team operations and task prioritization.
- Resolved complex technical challenges in drone/boat development.
- Ensured clear client alignment on project requirements.
- Optimized team performance through strategic task management.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing diverse unmanned vehicles.
UAV System Engineer R&D
Dronetech Lab
10.2023 - Current
- Oversee and manage the complete integration process of .
- Ensure seamless functionality and compatibility of all UAV components.
- Coordinate with various departments to synchronize the integration process.
- Design and develop detailed schematics for UAV integration.
- Document the integration process with accurate diagrams and flowcharts.
- Update schematics as required during the integration process.
- Identify and list the essential components and materials for UAV projects.
- Source and procure high-quality items from reliable suppliers.
- Manage inventory and ensure timely availability of all required items.
- Develop comprehensive SOPs for regular and preventive maintenance of UAVs.
- Document step-by-step maintenance procedures,
- Train personnel on adherence to SOPs for consistent UAV performance.
- Brainstorm and conceptualize innovative ideas for UAV enhancement.
- Develop prototypes and integrate new ideas into existing UAV systems.
- Conduct rigorous testing to validate the performance and feasibility of new implementations.
- Engage in continuous R&D to explore advanced technologies and systems for UAVs.
- Collaborate with the R&D team to develop cutting-edge solutions.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technological advancements.
- Perform regular maintenance checks and troubleshooting of UAV systems.
- Ensure optimal performance and longevity of all UAV components
- Keep detailed records of maintenance activities and system upgrades
Assistant Manager- Operation
Skyeair Mobility
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Oversaw facility maintenance tasks to ensure a safe, clean, and well-functioning workplace for employees and customers alike.
- Provided support to the General Manager in various capacities, including monitoring performance metrics and assisting with strategic planning initiatives.
- Implemented quality assurance initiatives to minimize errors in operations, improving overall efficiency levels.
- Achieved cost reductions through effective resource allocation and vendor negotiation.
Senior System Engineer
Skyeair Mobility
10.2022 - Current
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Conducted root cause analysis in deficient areas to identify and resolve issues.
- Planned operations and activities, and led projects.
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Wrote technical narratives to document processes and design changes.
- Researched database failures and collaborated with operations team to resolve problems.
FW & Multirotor Pilot
AARAV UNMANNED SYSTEMS
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked directly with clients in rollout and post-rollout stages to train and support new applications and systems.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
- Formulated processes to reduce downtime and financial loss.
- Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for operations component exercises resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostics of malfunctioning equipment, machinery, tools and components.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to meet operational deadlines.
- Performed quality control inspections on phases of field operations.
- Coordinated and scheduled field personnel to cover operations throughout assigned regional area.
Drone Technologist (R&D)
ALTBIRD ROBOTICS
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease
UAV Pilot and Researcher
UAVICS
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Requested or acquired equipment or supplies necessary for projects.
UAV Pilot
Karkhanna PPL
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Learned and used advanced drone inspection software to stay at forefront of industry.
- Completed careful pre-flight checks and post-flight briefings to maintain safety standards.
- Organized and completed routine charter routes, as well as paths requested by customers.
- Performed accurate calculations of plane loads and fuel needs.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Education
10 - Science
KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA, IIT KHARAGP
Kharagpur 06.2009 - 06.2010
ITI - Electrical Engineering
DAS, INDUSTRIAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
BALASORE 08.2013 - 08.2015
DIPLOMA - AERONAUTICAL
BHUBANESWAR ENGINEERING COLLEGE
BHUBANESWAR 08.2016 - 08.2018
Remote Pilot Training Capsule - Remote Aircraft Piloting (Small CategoryMultirotor) License No:- IND-S-1-2-MR089SG
FLYTECH AVIATION ACADEMY
HYDERABAD 12.2021 - 12.2021
No Degree - Project Management
SkillUP
Bengalore 03.2022 - 03.2022
Skills
Time Management
Multitask
Configurations of UAV
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Ability to Work in a Team
Leadership Skills
Mission Planning on Mission Planner
Assembly and Integration on Multirotor, Fixed Wing & VOTL
Able to GIS like data processing in Pix4D
Volumetric Calculations by Global Mapper
Computer Skills
Accomplishments
- Flying experience Multirotor, Fixed Wing & VTOL
- Able to configurations, assembly and Integration on Multirotor, Fixed Wing, VOTL, AUV & Under Water Drone
- Able to GIS like data processing in Pix4D, Volumetric Calculations by Global Mapper, Mission Planning by Global mapper, Google Earth & Mission Planner.
Certification
Licensed (Small CategoryMultirotor) License No:- IND-S-1-2-MR089SG
Additional Information
I here by declare that all the above given factors are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Place: - Bhubaneswar
Date:-25/03/2025. SOURAV GHOSH
Timeline
Senior Project Engineer (Contract)
IIT, Bhubaneswar
01.2025 - Current
UAV System Engineer R&D
Dronetech Lab
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager- Operation
Skyeair Mobility
04.2023 - 07.2023
Senior System Engineer
Skyeair Mobility
10.2022 - Current
No Degree - Project Management
SkillUP
03.2022 - 03.2022
Project Management
03-2022
Remote Pilot Training Capsule - Remote Aircraft Piloting (Small CategoryMultirotor) License No:- IND-S-1-2-MR089SG
FLYTECH AVIATION ACADEMY
12.2021 - 12.2021
Licensed (Small CategoryMultirotor) License No:- IND-S-1-2-MR089SG
12-2021
FW & Multirotor Pilot
AARAV UNMANNED SYSTEMS
07.2020 - 03.2022
Aero-Modelling
11-2016
DIPLOMA - AERONAUTICAL
BHUBANESWAR ENGINEERING COLLEGE
08.2016 - 08.2018
ITI - Electrical Engineering
DAS, INDUSTRIAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
08.2013 - 08.2015
10 - Science
KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA, IIT KHARAGP
06.2009 - 06.2010
Drone Technologist (R&D)
ALTBIRD ROBOTICS
UAV Pilot and Researcher
UAVICS
UAV Pilot
Karkhanna PPL
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