Piyush Chawda

A highly accomplished Aviation Maintenance Technician and Technical Supervisor with 20 years of distinguished service in the Indian Air Force (IAF), specialising in helicopter electrical and instrumentation systems across Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv) MK-I, MK-III and MK-IV platforms. Trained by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and leading IAF technical institutions, with proven expertise in schematic-based fault diagnosis, technical troubleshooting and aviation safety & quality standards. Experienced in supervising multidisciplinary maintenance teams and ensuring operational readiness.

Seeking a senior technician, maintenance supervisor or technical operations role within the civil aviation, MRO or aerospace sector.

Aviation Technician & Technical Supervisor - Indian Air Force

(2007 - 2026)

• Performed hands-on aircraft Ist & IInd line scheduled and unscheduled servicings/ inspections. Also performed as a supervisor for technical team during the activities.
• Ensured compliance with aviation safety, quality and operational standards, maintaining a zero-incident safety record.
• Optimised flight-line operations, aircraft marshalling, positioning and pre-/post-flight inspections.
• Monitored maintenance quality and ensured compliance with applicable airworthiness directives.
• Diagnosed and rectified electrical and instrument snags, minimising aircraft downtime and maintaining operational readiness.
• Interpreted technical schematics and wiring diagrams for precise fault tracing and repair work.
• Forecasted and monitored aircraft component service life to ensure timely replacements.
• Maintained technical documentation, including logs, work packages and airworthiness certificates in compliance with aviation standards.

Associate Degree - Science - Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) (2013)

Diploma - Electrical and Instrumentation - Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) (2012)