Jun 2018 – Mar 2022 · 3 yrs 9 mos

• Devised and implemented new testing modules and methods for optimum selection of defence leaders through Service Selection Board
• Authored and presented papers recommending policy reforms towards streamlining selection procedures and attracting the right talent for defence forces; resulting in successful implementation

Jul 2015 – Jun 2018 · 2 yrs 11 mos

• As Operations Officer of Indian Naval Air Station during International Fleet Review (Event involved navy delegations and armed platforms from 52 foreign countries), meticulously planned and executed all flying operations from Air station consisting of 8 different types of aircraft (mix of fighters, transport, para, helicopters) keeping utmost safety standards in vogue
• Introduced training programs for over 2000 service personnel to enhance technical skills and implement career path advancement.
• As training officer, mentored aircrew to ensure high standards of proficiency, motivation, task orientation, cohesiveness and inspiring qualities of learning and ownership

Jan 2014 – Jul 2015 · 1 yr 6 mos

• Undertook successful acquisition and conducted safety trials of 02 new Dornier aircraft of Indian Navy with support equipment and logistics worth 1000s of crores.
• 1500+ flying hours as Mission Commander onboard Dornier 228 aircraft (Short Range Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft) involving independent decision making and in-depth communication.
• Executed projects to set up an NOC (network operations control) and a data flow centre in collaboration with vendors in the Israel aerospace industry
• Commanded and trained the Indian Naval Contingent (147 soldiers) for Republic Day Parade (Chief Guest, Mr. Barack Obama)

Jun 2011 – Jan 2014 · 2 yrs 7 mos

• Conduct of air operations for varied missions including Casualty/ Medical Evacuations, Search and Reconnaissance missions, Maritime Reconnaissance, Formation Flying and various operational missions.
• Coordinated major and extravagant events like Navy Ball and navy queen pageants hosting more than 2500 personnel at Indian Naval Station at Cochin while dealing with budget in excess of 1 Crore.
• Planned and executed training curriculum for over 200 pilot trainees to prepare them in tackling challenging and dynamic operational scenarios, imparted training in both ground and in-flight operational subjects

Jan 2010 – Jun 2011 · 1 yr 5 mos

• Learnt finest values of Indian Armed Forces