Suraj Guliya
Operations and Supply Chain Professional I Ex-IAF Pilot I Safety & Crisis Management Expert
Vadodara
Summary
N accomplished Air Force veteran and pilot with over 5 years of experience in leadership, operations, project management, aviation safety, and security. Proven success in managing high-profile events like Aero India and the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the 1971 war victory. Skilled in operations, supply chain management, stakeholder coordination and conducting safety audits. Eager to apply this expertise in the corporate sector.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Squadron Pilot
IAF, AFS Yelahanka
Bengaluru
06.2020 - 08.2023
- Operated and flew An-32 multi-engine turboprop aircraft, executing secure transport missions with strict adherence to aviation safety and military protocols.
- Operations Adjutant: a) Oversaw operational activities, including strategic planning, resource management, and daily supervision. b) Planned and executed operations, coordinating air traffic control and operational teams to ensure mission success.
- Officer in Charge, Administrator Control Centre (Mar 21 - May 22): a) Managed crisis response during COVID-19, overseeing administrative logistics, and enforcing safety protocols. b) Coordinated and carried out joint operations with IAS and IPS officers for vaccine, oxygen supply, and healthcare.
- Aerospace Safety and Inspection Officer (Jan 23 - Aug 23): a) Conducted safety inspections, audits, and investigations while developing and enforcing safety protocols. b) Delivered safety training, and coordinated with civil authorities to ensure compliance and preparedness.
- Additional responsibilities included serving as Helipad Coordination Officer for the Prime Minister’s visits, OIC Movement Control at Aero India 2023, leading VVIP hospitality during high profile events and acting as Coordinating and Liaison Officer for USAF, Indian Army, and government ministry visits.
Trainee Cadet
IAF, Dundigal
Hyderabad
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Commissioned in the Flying Branch after rigorous military and academic training at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal.
- Gained leadership, discipline, and technical proficiency through structured officer training.
- Trained in critical and aerobatic flying on the Pilatus PC-7 MKII (single-engine) and the Dornier 228 (multi-engine) aircraft.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
M.M. University
Ambala, India 04.2001 -
12th - Science
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Vadodara, India06.2013
Skills
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Operations management
- Crisis management
- Performance monitoring
- Relationship management
- Project management
- Client Coordination
- Safety, security and Inspection
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Squadron Pilot
IAF, AFS Yelahanka
06.2020 - 08.2023
Trainee Cadet
IAF, Dundigal
07.2018 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
M.M. University
04.2001 -
12th - Science
Kendriya Vidyalaya
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