AMOS
Balaji Lakshmanan
Aircraft Asset Management Professional
Kuala Lumpur
Summary
As an Aircraft Asset Management professional,
I have over 10 years of working experience in the Aviation field being involved in different Aspect in Airlines where I started as an Aircraft Technician having spent a solid 8 years in the Airline industry in later part of career being exposed to various types of issues and contracts commercially and legally and then moving to the Aviation industry leasing where I have acquired Aviation knowledge and now actively involved in Aviation and Aircraft engineering related contracts which also involves OEM, Lessor.
● I am a keen, enthusiastic person who has the ability to interpret, draft and negotiate legal documents in a way which provides the highest quality of service to all.
● I have strong interpretation and presentation skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with everyone at all levels of organization. I collaborate well with diverse clients of varying socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
● I am equipped with strong legal negotiating skills.
● I have the ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
● I have the ability to handle confidential situations or any material of a sensitive nature.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Technical Asset Repair Manager • Fleet
Asia Digital Engineering (ADE)
07.2023 - Current
- Engine and Component Management: AirAsia Group: Successfully managed shop visits for CFM56-5B, LEAP-1A engines, landing gear, and APU components
- Key Achievements: Part of post Covid PBH program Restructure Deal with GE
- Implemented RBS for LEAP-1A engines as part of CML negotiation and near wing installation
- Collaborated with GE CPM and Safran CPM to optimize shop processes, improve TAT, and reduce UER for LEAP-1A engines
- Resolved LPT shaft coking and HPT stage 1 blade inspection issues, enhancing engine reliably and shop visit TAT Proformance
- Contract Management: Negotiated and managed contracts with OEMs (Revima, Safran Landing Systems, Honeywell) for AirAsia Group, ensuring favorable commercial and contractual terms
- Quality Assurance: Ensuring department-wide quality standards, coordaining the implementation of corrective and preventive actions, and resulting in procedural Improvement
- Reduced repair turnaround times with organized scheduling and efficient resource allocation.
- Mentored junior technicians, providing guidance on technical skills and fostering professional growth.
- Improved repair efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members which contributed to their professional development.
- Collaborated with other managers to develop company-wide best practices for repair operations.
Aircraft Transition Engineer
Asia Digital Engineering (ADE)
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Assists to manage contracted organization fleet induction program to ensure induction aircraft meet airworthiness requirements and/or operation's requirements
- Liaises with local authorities (through QA Department) to ensure that all the mandatory requirements are complied with, and the aircraft are eligible for operations in the designated country
- Negotiates with lessors and MROs to ensure the most efficient and beneficial package for aircraft induction
- Legal - Focal point for ownership approval and consent
- Engineering - Technical and engineering issues such as mandatory modifications, Airworthiness Directive compliance, Hard Time component status, and repair files
- Assists to manage contracts and lease agreements for lease, purchase and sale of aircraft, equipment and engineering services for the contracted organisation
- Participates actively in negotiations with vendors/customers where the contracts aspects are concerned
- Review of monthly Supplemental rental for AirAsia Fleet
- Key Achievement: Lease Agreement & LOI Negotiation with Aercap on the 15 A3210 NEO Deal with AirAsia in 2024
- Part of Aircraft delivery for First A321P2F in AIrAsia Fleet in 2023 from BBAM
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
Aircraft Maintenance
AirAsia India
Bangalore, Karnataka
12.2013 - 06.2022
- Detail-oriented Aircraft professional skilled in directing, monitoring and performing preventive and unscheduled aircraft maintenance
- Thorough knowledge of standard industry hardware and materials with continuous drive for new knowledge
- Worked on a Fleet of 30 AirAsia A320 with AirAsia India
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
AirAsia
02.2013 - 07.2013
- Done internship in Line Maintenance, Wheel Shop, Battery Shop, Bonded Store and gained wide knowledge in airline environment
Education
Professional Diploma - Aviation Leasing & Finance, Aircraft Leasing
City Colleges
09.2023 - 12.2023
Airbus A320F EASA TYPE COURSE - Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
Magnetic Mro
08.2019 - 11.2019
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering - Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
Nilai University
04.2010 - 01.2013
Easa B1.1 Module - Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Air Service Training (Engineering) Ltd
09.2010 - 03.2011
Certificate - Introduction to Aviation Leasing
International Aviation Lease Training Association
No Degree - Airbus A320 Type Training With V2500 & CFM56
Magnetic MRO
Estonia 04.2001 -
Skills
Aircraft Leasing Management
Maintenance planning
Deadline management
Employee scheduling
Preventive Maintenance
Certification
Airbus A320F with V2500 And CFM56-5B
Software
Google Workplace
Interests
Cricket
Chess
Timeline
Professional Diploma - Aviation Leasing & Finance, Aircraft Leasing
City Colleges
09.2023 - 12.2023
Technical Asset Repair Manager • Fleet
Asia Digital Engineering (ADE)
07.2023 - Current
Aircraft Transition Engineer
Asia Digital Engineering (ADE)
07.2022 - 07.2023
Airbus A320F EASA TYPE COURSE - Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
Magnetic Mro
08.2019 - 11.2019
Aircraft Maintenance
AirAsia India
12.2013 - 06.2022
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
AirAsia
02.2013 - 07.2013
Easa B1.1 Module - Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Air Service Training (Engineering) Ltd
09.2010 - 03.2011
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering - Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
Nilai University
04.2010 - 01.2013
No Degree - Airbus A320 Type Training With V2500 & CFM56
Magnetic MRO
04.2001 -
Certificate - Introduction to Aviation Leasing
International Aviation Lease Training Association
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