Bhanu Kota

Experience

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  Taneja Aerospace and Aviation Limited

  Jun 2011 - Jul 2011

  Engineering Intern
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  Rane Group

  Jun 2012 - Jul 2012

  Mechanical Engineering Intern
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  CADD Centre Training Services Pvt Ltd.

  Oct 2013 - Dec 2013

  Diploma course in product design and analysis
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  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  May 2014 - Apr 2016

  Graduate Student Assistant

  -Provided support for all the lab equipment across the campus and manage inventory using ERP- Ellucian.-Taught PS150, PS250 courses to undergraduate students as a tutor

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  United States Army Reserve

  Jun 2016 - Jun 2024

  Automated Logistical Specialist

  • Conducted preventive maintenance checks and services before, during, and after any type of movement or before the use of all types of military equipment such as High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), Light Medium Tactical Vehicle (LMTV), Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck with a load handling system (HEMTT LHS), Forklifts and Gator.• Diagnosed, adjusted/performed operator-level repair on vehicles. Inspected equipment to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. Show less

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  Piedmont Airlines

  Mar 2017 - Jun 2018

  Technical Engineer

  • Prepared and/or reviewed a variety of engineering documents including Fleet Campaign Directives (FCD), Engineering Orders (EO), service bulletins for incorporation, investigation and improving reliability• Approved instructor for: EO writing and approval course and Damage mapping and recording course• Implemented various methods and practices that improved efficiency of work by over 40%• Worked with CFRs, maintenance programs, SRM, AMM, IPC, FIM and CMM• Responded to requests from Maintenance and other airline departments when technical assistance is required to support projects or resolve problems• Bridged the gap between the line maintenance technicians on ground and engineering department by providing tools to ensure efficient communication and reduce maintenance time during Aircraft on ground (AOG) situations• Coordinated with manufacturers and regulatory authorities, as required, and ensured that Engineering dispositions are properly substantiated in accordance with applicable regulations and Company manuals Show less

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  CommutAir dba United Express

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2019

  Aircraft Systems Specialist

  • Provided solutions to improve reliability and quality of the aircraft parts by analyzing Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) and Mean Time Between Removal (MTBR)• Worked on Embraer 145 systems using Engineering Technical Dispositions, Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Fault Isolation Manual (FIM), Structural Repair Manual (SRM), Wiring Manual (WM), and Aircraft Illustrated Parts Catalog (AIPC) • Provided Engineering Authorizations (EA), Fleet Campaign Directives (FCD), Technical Instructions (TI) to perform repairs, alterations, or inspections on Embraer 145 aircraft that involve the integration of electrical, mechanical, and software systems • Worked as the point of contact between CommutAir and its suppliers: Safran seats, Phillips, Rolls Royce to communicate company requirements and setup meetings/demonstrations• Lead certification projects to attain certification for the airline from IOSA audit inspectors• Used systems engineering principles to create draft instruction books for the verification of radio systems, navigating through the multi-function displays to download and refer to the maintenance log, faults in the aircraft using DOORS, JIRA, and AMOS Show less

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  Butler Aerospace & Defense

  Aug 2019 - Nov 2021

  Airframe Design Engineer

  • Responsible for creating Engineering Changes to perform detail design, redline incorporation, and/or preliminary design in Lockheed Martin’s CH-53K helicopter program related to the airframe, propulsion, and mission systems • Interpreted and incorporated engineering design changes, comments, and revisions of 3D CATIA models, assemblies, and installations using CATIA V5, ENOVIA V5 and Matrixone • Provided drawings with dimensioning and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to ensure form, fit and function at the component and system level• Coordinated with Suppliers, Structural Engineers, Test Engineers, and Material and Process Engineers regularly• Created redline documents, folders, and work on the statement of work, the reason for change, and detailed description including on NAVAIR description documents• Communicated effectively with various departments to work on preliminary design and/or redlines creation, develop cost-saving ideas Show less

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  Federal Aviation Administration

  Nov 2021 - now

  • Lead project lifecycles from pre-award phase to project completion in the UAS Research and Development (R&D) projects within the FAA Center of Excellence for UAS Research (ASSURE)• Lead and manage congressionally directed multi-year research projects to expand the role of the FAA UAS COE in transportation disaster preparedness and emergency response • Prepare Requests for Proposals; Evaluate Proposals; Conduct a technical review of grant applications for Federal financial assistance for FAA UAS COE research projects• Monitor and track the progress of grants for Federal financial assistance throughout the entire lifecycle from pre-award through closeout• Provide leadership for all phases of project(s)/program(s) including strategic planning, risk management, schedule management, and resource allocation to accomplish project/program goals and objectives• Effectively communicate outcomes of technical projects through weekly progress reports, weekly significant activities reports, business plan goal updates, and quarterly Program Management Reviews• Ensure the validity and accuracy of all data/information reported and presented• Anticipate and meet/exceed internal/external customer expectations and requirements; establish and maintain effective relationships with sponsors and performers Show less

  • Airworthiness Directives Program Manager

    Dec 2024 - now

  • Program Manager

    Nov 2021 - Dec 2024