Rishabh Kalra

About Rishabh Kalra

A transitioning Indian Army Officer with 21 years of leadership in the Aviation and Defense sector, I am expert at Projects, Operations & Procurement Management. With hands-on experience in a range of helicopter platforms including reconnaissance, armed, attack, and utility helicopters, I have proven indispensable in overseeing the recovery of distressed helicopters in desert terrain, managing rescue missions and have always taken a hands-on approach to problem-solving.As a certified PMP, I’ve applied advanced management techniques like PERT and Pareto Analysis to drive efficiency despite the intense pressure. I’ve honed my expertise in HR, Engineering Support, SCM and Inventory Control, always thriving in volatile & complex situations. My journey has been shaped by a commitment to teamwork, mission-focused execution and innovation having led crucial operations in some of the most challenging environments across India.As a Helicopter Maintenance Supervisor, Auditor & Operator, I am adept at driving avionics to armaments, leveraging both technical and operational insights. I have inspired teams of 200 technicians and regulated operational deployment of critical equipment for 10+ units, implementing preventive & predictive maintenance strategies to improve performance standards. At the strategic level, I’ve negotiated major contracts, including procurement of Apache AH-64E helicopters with key stakeholders. Additionally, I drove initiatives to reduce inventory lead times by 22%, developed in-house ERP systems for aviation data mining, and conducted annual flight safety audits for 50+ aviation units. Managing diverse teams ~1K members has sharpened my skills in manpower organization and teamwork, I\'ve led repairs & overhauls with limited resources and conducted case studies on energy conservation & emission norms.Outside of work, I’m an avid sportsperson, having captained Hockey and Volleyball teams while excelling in Tennis, Badminton & Golf. I’m passionate about learning, market analysis, and exploring investments. I enjoy cooking new recipes, exercising, and spending weekends golfing or on long drives. I am also an amateur winemaker!As a servant leader, I believe in empowering teams and inspiring those around me to achieve their full potential. Moving forward, I’m eager to apply my diversified experience to explore new opportunities where my leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills can make an impact. For further details, please write to me at k••••••••@gmail.com or drop a DM on LinkedIn.

Experience

1. Base Manager

   Boeing

   Sep 2025 — Present · IN

Education

• Jawaharlal Nehru University

  B. Tech, Mechanical Engineering

  2004

• Fatima High School

  Matriculation, Science

  1996

• Indian Institute of Foreign Trade

  Certificate course in International Business Management, International Business/Trade/Commerce