KOGGALA LIYANAPATABANDIGE NALIN SILVA
Dubai,SRI LANKA
Summary
- Aircraft Engineering (A&P) Technician, Fitter, Instructor, Flight Engineer, Operation Manager and Training Manager with 30 years of experience in aircraft maintaines, specialize in engine & airframe work and fix wing and rotor wing. Expertise includes quality assurance, safety supervision, flight engineering for AN-32B and C-130 Hercules aircraft. Having working experience bell 206, 212, 412, MI17-171, MI24-35 AW139, HS748, Y8, Cessna 421C, Cessna 208 Grand caravan & Amphibian aircraft cabin maintenance and repair under EASA 145 and cabin part Manufacturing under EASA 21G, Certifying staff personal of part releasing under 145 and 21G.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Training manager On-wing DXB
UUDS DWC LLC
Dubai, UAE
05.2025 - Current
- Leading annual and recurrent training programs for engineering staff in compliance with EASA part 145 & GCAA regulations.
- Developed and implemented on-wing training modules for Emirates UUDS engineering teams at Dubai Airport.
- Designed & delivered internal technical training programs, including Cabin Refurbishment Continuation Training & Professional Development courses.
- Planned & executed annual training schedules, managing instructor assignment, classroom availability, & equipment coordination.
- Facilitated Train-the-Trainer programs & supervise instructor performance to ensure best-in-class training delivery.
- Collaborated with training standards & Compliance to support internal & external audits, ensuring adherence to quality & regulatory standards.
- Conducted training need assessments (TNA).
- Integrated evaluation feedback to continuously improve training effectiveness, delivery & Learner experience.
- UUDS On-wing personnel are managing Emirates My Learning zone training and guiding staff through the training process. Upon completion, they prepare personnel for the Emirates competency assessment.
Operations Manager, Certifying Staff Supervisor
UUDS DWC LLC, UAE
Dubai, UAE
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed, Implemented & Maintained quality assurance protocols to ensure regulatory & operational compliance.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all activities were delivered on scheduled and within budget.
- Managed staffing requirements, including recruitment, onboarding & Resource allocation.
- Supervised and supported certifying staff, ensuring qualifications, documentation & regulatory standards (EASA/GCAA) were maintained.
- Monitored & optimized the 5Ms - Manpower, Materials, Mechanics, Methods & Measurements - to maximize efficiency and output.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to uphold safety, performance & quality objectives.
Senior Team Leader / Trainer Cessna 208B
Cinnamon Air (Pvt)Ltd, Sri Lanka.
BSB Colombo, Sri Lanka
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Performed daily inspections , scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Cessna 208B Grand Caravan & Amphibian.
- Specialized in engine and propeller maintenance, minor structural repairs and flight control rigging.
- Carried out component buildup, engine / propeller removal & installation and vibration analysis using prop analyzers.
- Led technical troubleshooting and ensured performance optimization of turboprop systems.
- Acted as Train-the-Trainer, mentoring junior technicians and conducting hands-on technical training.
- Supported a safety-first culture through technical guidance and training best practices.
Training Manager & Flight Engineer
AAR Defense Systems(USAF Contractor C130H Prog.)
Kabul, Afghanistan
11.2015 - 08.2021
- Maintained C-130H aircraft for the USAF. specialized for aero engine and airframe systems and system diagnostics.
- Perform engine and APU ground run, served as Flight engineer and Wheel and tire specialist.
- Managed and delivered technical training program under USAF supervision for Afghan Air Force Technicians.
- Conducted flight engineer training, pilot conversion training and ground run certification for technicians, engineers and pilots.
- Planned training schedules, ensured competency development and upheld high operational and safety standards.
- 16,000 Flying Hrs completed as Flight engineer in C-130 & AN32-B Aircraft.
Warrant Officer IC - Flight Engineer SL Air Force
Training Supervisor No.2 Heavy Transport Squadron
Katunayaka, Sri lanaka
11.1993 - 08.2015
- Led technical and Flight crew training programs for engineers, technicians and pilots.
- Delivered aircraft type training, flight engineer conversion courses and pilot transition training.
- Specialized in aero engine repair, overhaul and in-flight systems as Flight Engineer.
- Supervised maintenance teams, manage documentation and ensured compliance with aviation standards.
- Planned and executed annual training schedules, combining technical expertise with leadership.
Education
Diploma - Aeronautical Engineering
Technical Training School Sri Lanka Airforce
E-Kala SrilanakaDiploma - Aeronautical Engineering
School of Aeronautics ,Pakistan Airforce
Karachchi 03.1999 - 10.2000
19th Flight Engineer Course - C-130 Flight Engineer
Transport Conversion School - Pakistan Air Force
Isalamabad 05.2008 - 04.2009
AN-32 Flight Engineer Course - An-32 Flight Engineer
AN-32 Technical Training School Indian Airforce
Kolkata a 03.2003 - 01.2004
Skills
- Supervision and Manmanagement
- Administration and Leadership
- Training Programming
- Quality Assurance
- Flight Engineer duties (C-130 Hercules Aircraft)
- Flight Engineer duties (An-32 B Aircraft)
- Technical Instructions and Training Management
- Aircraft scheduled and Unscheduled maintenance
- Engine and propeller work
- Maintenance Structure repairs
- Component Buildup
- Flight control rigging, engine performance and troubleshooting
- Propeller vibration check using prop analyzer
- Aircraft routing ground handling
- Diagnostic and rectification of Aero Engine and Airframe defects
- Engine and APU full power ground run operations
- All working ability as cabin shop operations manager under EASA -145, GCAA-145, EASA-21G and GCA Manufacturing
- Certifying staff releasing aircraft cabin parts Under EASA-145 and 21G
Languages
English
Fluent
Certification
- Certifying staff for EASA 145 & 21G.
REFREES
MARK FISHER
VICE PRESIDENT
SEGERS AERO
8100 McGOWIN DRIVE
FAIRHOPE
AL 36532
USA.
markfisher@segers.aero
Timeline
Training manager On-wing DXB
UUDS DWC LLC
05.2025 - Current
Operations Manager, Certifying Staff Supervisor
UUDS DWC LLC, UAE
03.2024 - 05.2025
Senior Team Leader / Trainer Cessna 208B
Cinnamon Air (Pvt)Ltd, Sri Lanka.
12.2022 - 03.2024
Training Manager & Flight Engineer
AAR Defense Systems(USAF Contractor C130H Prog.)
11.2015 - 08.2021
19th Flight Engineer Course - C-130 Flight Engineer
Transport Conversion School - Pakistan Air Force
05.2008 - 04.2009
AN-32 Flight Engineer Course - An-32 Flight Engineer
AN-32 Technical Training School Indian Airforce
03.2003 - 01.2004
Diploma - Aeronautical Engineering
School of Aeronautics ,Pakistan Airforce
03.1999 - 10.2000
Warrant Officer IC - Flight Engineer SL Air Force
Training Supervisor No.2 Heavy Transport Squadron
11.1993 - 08.2015
Diploma - Aeronautical Engineering
Technical Training School Sri Lanka Airforce