AKHILESH THOPPIL
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Devote myself to the fullest in Aerospace Engineering by utilizing skills and abilities acquired from 14+ years of aviation expertise and then reach to a professional position whereby become resourceful, innovative and flexible asset to the industry Organized and results-oriented Planner excels at seeing big picture and creating plans to achieve business objectives. Adept at leveraging data-driven insights and implementing proactive solutions to deliver cost-effective and timely results. Possesses strong communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Planner (JAC -Technical Logistics)
Global Aerospace Logistics
05.2022 - Current
- Working for JAC -Technical Logistics team which controls all unit level technical & material forecasting, Budgeting, repair planning & fleet serviceability.
- Accountable for reviewing and approving 2Yr forecasting plans for all units and also technical review repair quotes (Initial & Final)
- Part of ERP review team which verifies the LIS process flow, roles access management and revision proposal /Business review document approvals.
- Assist management in evaluating unit level operational performances and KPI
- Analyze the SB/TB/AD and all other service information for compliance acceptance and works as second filter for material (Tools & Parts ) procurement.
Maintenance Planner
Global Aerospace Logistics
03.2018 - 05.2022
- Improved equipment uptime by diligently scheduling and coordinating preventive maintenance tasks.
- Streamlined workflow processes for maintenance teams by monitoring performance metrics and adjusting task priorities accordingly.
- Enhanced asset life cycle with thorough analysis of equipment history, failure modes, and cost factors.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, ensuring optimal stock availability for essential maintenance items.
- Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
- Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences.
- Responsible for planning and controlling the maintenance at the AVUM/Depot and oversee the daily activities of Fixed Wing Group fleet (DHC 300/400)
- Worked as a point of contact for The Customer for production management, TFU and any technical and material flow related queries and liaise between the customer, AVIM & AVUM maintenance, Logistics and production control
- Review, identify and monitor spares to comply all SB/AD/ASB for DHC6 fleet, PW&C engines and other fleet applicable OEMs
- Review and follow up material requirements required for Scheduled inspections as per the Kit list generated from AMP and Co-ordinate with inventory department for timely availability of the same
- Performed material review and mapping for 3rd party modification spares from MAG Aero, THALES, FLIR and HONEYWELL systems.
Production Controller (AVUM/AVIM)
Global Aerospace Logistics
01.2016 - 02.2018
- Responsible for planning and controlling the maintenance at the AVUM/AVIM and oversee the daily activities of Twin otter fleet(DHC6-400/300) using MIS systems
- Coordinate and establish priorities of work with the maintenance manager/team lead, to include the following: quality control, aviation repair shops, the armament section & technical supply
- Work with Customer to create production schedule, scope of work and prioritizes job-orders for production optimization
- Monitor technical publications, completed work packages and log book entries (ADR)
- Follow-up as required with supply chain and logistic team to expedite flow of materials and documents to meet production schedule and customer expectation
- Ensure that all the required maintenance and preventative maintenance is being performed in accordance with OEM regulations and customer policy (TO) to ensure system integrity
- Develop task cards for recurring tasks, prepare, assemble, and issue work packages (EMMA packs) for scheduled maintenance tasks
- Monitoring operational readiness rate, KPI for the fleet and develop monthly & annual reports.
Lead Technician (Production & Kaizen)
STRATA PJSC, UAE
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Doordinate logistics (parts and fasteners), material flow and documentation activities as per production delivery plan
- Working for Kaizen promotion office to find new opportunities, improvements, cost effective ways and process planning for new proposals & initiatives
- Improved operator-machine-tool interfaces, resulting in improved production TAT time and material flow
- Assisted in preparation of BOM, Projection, initiate and follow up PR/PO
- Production Planning and target allocation for Aileron Assembly and repair team as per customer requirement and align production status in conjunction with KPI
- Appreciation from top management for implementation reliability of fasteners & tools by a standardized process which saved an average of 1.4 million AED/year.
Aerospace Technician (Composites)
STRATA PJSC, UAE
08.2012 - 10.2014
- Manufacturing of A 330-340 Long Range ailerons, and Flap track fairings
- Orientation, Assembling, Beading, Bonding, fastening and other assembly operations of A330/340 ailerons
- Repair and modification of A330-340 ailerons as per OEM repair scheme
- Inspect, record and certify tasks in accordance with WI and QC norms
- Inspect individual parts, assemblies and for confirmations to specifications and building codes using measuring instruments
- Duplicate inspection on new/repaired parts and tools from supplier/logistics, verification of its serial number, part number and TA work orders
- Manage and plan repairs on parts, fastening tools and calibration of TMDE
- Inspect individual parts, assemblies, and installations for conformance to specifications and building codes, using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers.
Junior Aerodynamics Engineer
BLOOMINGFELD, INDIA
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Assist in developing design of Turbine Blades, the tasks of collecting, processing and analyzing data and perform all practical operations for the team
- Support staff in analyzing test data and in developing ways to reduce the cost and improve product quality.
Aircraft Technician
Nehru Group, India
03.2010 - 07.2011
- Maintaining the Fleet of Cessna & C-90 aircrafts, Servicing of Cirrus major and Continental Piston engines, Rolls Royce Avon -200 series Jet Engine
- Assisted in managing Engine bay and its inventory
- Maintenance & Repair of Power plants, Inventory and servicing of tools and machineries under safety precautions.
Education
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Mechanical) -
Nehru College of Aeronautics And Applied Sciences
08.2009
Bachelor of Science in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering -
Singhania University
Master of Business Administration -
Rabindra Nath Tagore University
01.2020
Higher Secondary Education(Computer Science) -
SNM HSS
Skills
- Experienced in Aerospace/ Aviation Planning, Aircraft records, Maintenance and Servicing of Aircraft structures
- Material & resource management,
- Calibration management of PMEs
- Experienced in Root cause analysis, Fish bone method (Ishikawa) & Reliability programs
- Familiarized with DGCA, EASA and FAA rules & regulations
- ERP : AADMIS (Server), ESSNAD (web), CMRO (Oracle),Fed Log & NATO
- CAD: CATIA V5
- Other Skills: SAP Systems, MS Office ,C
- Project Management
- Program Support
- Data Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Inventory Management
- Organization and Time Management
Certification
- Certified International Supply Chain Professional (CISCP) & Certified International Supply Chain Manager (CISCM) from IPSCMI ,USA
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB) from Benchmark Six Sigma
- Kaizen,5’s and Lean manufacturing process from Shingijutsu, Japan - Strata ,UAE
- Crew Resource Management with Human factors , Joint Aviation Institute ,UAE
- CAMO (Form 35) Trained , Qualified on TAMMS and AADMIS systems
- Aileron assembly program trained and certified from AIRBUS, France
- DGCA Paper-I (Aviation rules & Human Factors ) & Paper-II (GE & CAR 145 )
Personal Information
- Passport Number: S6917464
- Date of Birth: 01/27/1989
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: INDIAN
Passport Validity
08/28/2028
References
- Mr. Cory Forrester, PC Manager, Fixed Wing group, GAL, Abu Dhabi, UAE, +971501063608, Cory.forrester@gal.ae
- Mr.Said Nait, Production Manager, Engineering, Strata Manf:, Al Ain, UAE, +971559008686, SBenouhmane@strata.ae
Emirates Id
784 198948272723
Training
- Mesco Airlines, India, 06 Months, Assisted in post flight and preflight inspection of AS-350 BA Euro copter fitted with 1B Arriel Engine, Servicing of Structures, cabin safety equipment etc.
- AIRINDIA, MUMBAI, India, 06 Months, Assisted in Overhaul/repair/modification of Landing Gear, Wheels & Brakes Mechanical components, water, oil and fuel system of B747 and A310 aircrafts Assisted in Servicing & Testing of Heat Exchangers, Escape slide/rafts Life vests & Pressure vessels And Fluorescent particle Inspection, MPI& Boroscopic inspections
Uae Driving License
1096954
Disclaimer
I solemnly declare that all the cited things are true to my knowledge and belief.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Planner (JAC -Technical Logistics)
Global Aerospace Logistics
05.2022 - Current
Maintenance Planner
Global Aerospace Logistics
03.2018 - 05.2022
Production Controller (AVUM/AVIM)
Global Aerospace Logistics
01.2016 - 02.2018
Lead Technician (Production & Kaizen)
STRATA PJSC, UAE
10.2014 - 12.2015
Aerospace Technician (Composites)
STRATA PJSC, UAE
08.2012 - 10.2014
Junior Aerodynamics Engineer
BLOOMINGFELD, INDIA
07.2011 - 07.2012
Aircraft Technician
Nehru Group, India
03.2010 - 07.2011
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Mechanical) -
Nehru College of Aeronautics And Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering -
Singhania University
Master of Business Administration -
Rabindra Nath Tagore University
Higher Secondary Education(Computer Science) -
SNM HSS
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