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Registration: 17.10.2025

Kiran Ayyanna

Specialization: Mechanical Engineer
— Mechanical Engineering professional with 6+ years of experience in military aircraft landing gear repair, design engineering, and process optimization. — Skilled in damage analysis, repair instruction development, and compliance with DSAé and EASA Part 21J standards. — Expertise in CAD tools (CATIA, CREO, SolidWorks), GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, and continuous improvement through automation (Python). — Experienced in cross-functional coordination with global teams, including onsite exposure in France (A400M program).
AutoCAD GD&T CATIA Tolerance Analysis Python Microsoft Excel 3D Modeling ASME Standards Creo Continuous Improvement Kaizen SolidWorks Fatigue Analysis
— Mechanical Engineering professional with 6+ years of experience in military aircraft landing gear repair, design engineering, and process optimization. — Skilled in damage analysis, repair instruction development, and compliance with DSAé and EASA Part 21J standards. — Expertise in CAD tools (CATIA, CREO, SolidWorks), GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, and continuous improvement through automation (Python). — Experienced in cross-functional coordination with global teams, including onsite exposure in France (A400M program).
AutoCAD GD&T CATIA Tolerance Analysis Python Microsoft Excel 3D Modeling ASME Standards Creo Continuous Improvement Kaizen SolidWorks Fatigue Analysis

Skills

GD&T
Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis
Static & Fatigue Analysis
Damage Assessment
CATIA
CREO
SolidWorks
AutoCAD
3D Modelling
Python
MS Excel
MS Office
Workflow Automation
Data Handling
ASME Y14.5
EASA Part 21J
DSAé Compliance
Kaizen
5S
Continuous Improvement
Standardization
Aerospace Standards

Work experience

Continuous Improvement Engineer
since 06.2025 - Till the present day |Safran Engineering Services
CATIA, CREO, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, 3D Modelling, GD&T, Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis, Static & Fatigue Analysis, Damage Assessment, Python
● Automated repetitive tasks using Python, reducing manual effort and improving team productivity. ● Standardized templates for repair documentation and design processes, ensuring consistency and compliance with airworthiness standards. ● Streamlined workflows to eliminate bottlenecks, enhancing delivery timelines for engineering projects.
Front Office Coordinator
07.2024 - 06.2025 |Safran Landing Systems
CATIA, CREO, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, 3D Modelling, GD&T, Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis, Static & Fatigue Analysis, Damage Assessment
● Coordinated 200+ repair/non-conformity queries between Paris and Bangalore teams, improving response time by 40%. ● Conducted weekly knowledge-sharing sessions to align offshore teams with onsite standards, enhancing delivery quality. ● Overcame communication barriers by achieving DELF A2 French certification, improving collaboration with local stakeholders.
Design Engineer
03.2023 - 06.2024 |Safran Engineering Services
CATIA, CREO, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, 3D Modelling, GD&T, Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis, Static & Fatigue Analysis, Damage Assessment, EASA Part 21J
● Developed repair instructions for military aircraft landing gear, ensuring compliance with EASA Part 21J airworthiness standards. ● Performed damage analysis, tolerance stack-up, galvanic studies, and plating analysis for platforms including Rafale and Mirage 2000. ● Implemented standard processes and trained team members, improving technical capability and delivery consistency. ● Maintained 98% on-time delivery rate during high-pressure operational periods.
Design Engineer
04.2022 - 02.2023 |Rapid Global Business Solutions (RGBSI) – LAM Research
CATIA, CREO, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, 3D Modelling, GD&T, Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis, Static & Fatigue Analysis, Damage Assessment, ASME Y14.5
● Designed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings using CATIA and CREO as per ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards. ● Delivered first-time-right designs, ensuring 100% compliance with client specifications. ● Adapted to remote work challenges, maintaining timely and quality deliverables for global teams.
Design Engineer
11.2019 - 01.2022 |Central Manufacturing Technology Institute & Bagadia Chaitra Industries
CATIA, CREO, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, 3D Modelling, GD&T, Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis, Static & Fatigue Analysis, Damage Assessment
● Prepared 3D CAD data and detailed manufacturing drawings for special-purpose machines using CATIA, CREO. ● Applied GD&T and ASME standards to ensure design accuracy and functionality. ● Collaborated with a team of 5 engineers to reduce project timelines by 20%.
Engineer
08.2018 - 11.2019 |Kirloskar Toyota Textile Machinery
Kaizen, 5S
● Supported tool room operations, ensuring timely tool supply to production teams. ● Maintained 5S principles in the workplace and implemented Kaizen improvements to enhance efficiency.

Educational background

Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor’s Degree)
2015 - 2018
University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering

Languages

EnglishAdvancedKannadaAdvancedFrenchIntermediate