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Sudarshan Sreekanth
Senior Operations and Project Manager
Kharagpur
Summary
Dynamic Senior Maintenance Manager with the Indian Air Force, adept in leadership and project management. Spearheaded maintenance for 34 aircraft, enhancing reliability through predictive programs. Proven track record in resource planning and HR operations, managing a technical workforce of 600. Achieved significant cost savings through strategic procurement and compliance oversight. Dedicated Maintenance Supervisor offering 10 years of successful team management in maintenance-driven roles. Adept at scheduling facilities maintenance to minimizing downtime and safety hazards. Well-versed in equipment troubleshooting and repair with focus on quality and efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Senior Maintenance Manager
Indian Air Force
12.2023 - Current
- Planned, coordinated and supervised maintenance of 34 aircraft assets of Indian air force worth 480 million USD.
- Liaised with higher formations of the IAF for timely supply of spares, critical issue resolution and compliance monitoring of various checks
- Coordinated support services to over 100 outstation detachments of IAF and participated as a maintenance coordinator for international military exercises with USAF and RSAF
- Enhanced equipment reliability by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- Monitored aircraft servicing schedules and liaised between maintenance team and operations, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Head of HR management for technical workforce of 600 technicians of IAF from various streams/disciplines.
- Managed major capital procurement contracts worth 1.5 million USD for aircraft ground handling and ground servicing equipment from inception to delivery.
Flight Operations Manager
Indian Air Force
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Improved flight operations efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing maintenance management software in flight line.
- Increased aircraft availability by implementing efficient maintenance scheduling and resource allocation.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting thorough risk assessments for each flight operation and implementing necessary changes.
- Led a maintenance crew of over 200 technicians, while motivating them to undertake over 10000 hours of incident free flying operations and maintenance.
- Managed HR matters for the entire technical team by continuous motivation and course correction when required.
- Implemented 5S concept at flight line to enhance efficiency and reduce wastages.
- Optimized crew performance through continuous training, feedback, and encouragement, resulting in a highly skilled team of professionals.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for maintenance technicians, leading to improved skill sets and job performance.
- Coordinated accident/ incident investigations when required, compiling detailed reports outlining root causes while offering recommendations for future prevention measures.
- Championed best practices for tool control and calibration procedures, ensuring consistent results across all maintenance activities.
- Reduced downtime for repairs with streamlined troubleshooting processes, resulting in higher operational rates.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting thorough inspections and adhering to strict regulatory requirements.
- Improved communication between departments by establishing regular meetings and open channels for sharing information regarding aircraft status updates.
- Undertook procurements of material handling equipment and tools to enhance workplace efficiency
Senior Production Engineer
Indian Air Force
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Supervised production and repairs of over 170 different lines of aircraft components. Efficiently managed production process from induction to documentation and dispatch
- Assessed other activities related to production and recommended changes to improve overall productivity.
- Designed and incorporated process design improvements.
- Partnered with supply chain management to optimize inventory levels, reducing carrying costs without sacrificing operational readiness.
- Created engineering documentation for manufacturing processes, equipment specifications and change notices.
- Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.
- Performed root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions.
- Handled capital procurement projects from inception to commissioning for multiple indigenized test benches. Supervised RFP preparation, contract negotiations, technical evaluation, infrastructure development, testing, and installation, leading to overall cost saving of 9 million USD to exchequer compared to ex-abroad procurements.
- Implemented safety protocols and standards across all operations, maintaining an accident-free work environment.
- Conducted root cause analysis on equipment failures, leading to increased reliability and reduced downtime.
- Supervised staff of 120 employees, providing mentoring and training resulting in better understanding of job assignments.
- Increased operational efficiency through the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and waste reduction strategies.
- Streamlined quality assurance processes for increased efficiency and reduced production errors.
Flight Operations Manager
Indian Air Force
05.2017 - 12.2020
- Managed flight line operations for Aerobatic display team of Indian Air Force and handled 14 high value aircraft aircraft assets of IAF worth 200 million USD.
- Managed daily flight operations, coordinating staff assignments and managing resources to maximize productivity.
- Led a team of 200 technicians to successfully execute daily flying and maintenance operations. Handled HR issues and promoted skill development and training to enhance team capability.
- Participated in over 50 air shows across the country including prestigious events like Aero India and Defence Expo.
- Supervised modification of 14 aircraft to incorporate smoke generation station for aerial displays.
- Enforced safety policies and procedures to achieve incident free flying operations.
- Procured tools and material handling equipment for improving workplace efficiency and safety.
- Developed the SOP for quick setup and dismantling of aircraft operational detachments, reducing overall timelines for relocation across airbases in quick succession
Education
MBA - Data Analytics And Data Science
Manipal University
Jaipur 04.2001 -
PG Diploma - Aeronautical Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technical University
Belagavi 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Shri Shankaracharya Technical Campus
Bhilai, India 04.2001 -
Secondary School Certificate - Science
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Bapatla, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Leadership
Accomplishments
- Recognized by Air HQ for efficient flight operations management.
- Third in Overall Merit during Basic Air Staff Course
- Third in Overall Merit during Advanced Technical Training af Air Force Technical College
- First in Overall Merit during basic phase training at Air Force Academy
Software
R programming
Excel
Java
Interests
Singing
Cooking
Reading
Sports and Fitness
Technology
Timeline
Senior Maintenance Manager
Indian Air Force
12.2023 - Current
Flight Operations Manager
Indian Air Force
06.2022 - 12.2023
Senior Production Engineer
Indian Air Force
12.2020 - 06.2022
Flight Operations Manager
Indian Air Force
05.2017 - 12.2020
MBA - Data Analytics And Data Science
Manipal University
04.2001 -
PG Diploma - Aeronautical Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technical University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Shri Shankaracharya Technical Campus
04.2001 -
Secondary School Certificate - Science
Kendriya Vidyalaya
04.2001 -
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