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Andrii Gavrylenko

Senior Avionics Maintenance Professional | Mi-Series Helicopter Specialist
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Summary

Highly accomplished Avionics Maintenance Professional with over 20 years of hands-on experience specializing in Mi-8/Mi-17 helicopter series. Proven track record of ensuring aircraft readiness and safety in high-stakes international environments, including United Nations peacekeeping missions. Expert in avionics troubleshooting, quality control, and team leadership with comprehensive knowledge of EASA Part-145, Part-147, and Part-M regulations. Fluent in Ukrainian, Russian, and English (B2).

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Avionics Technician (Ground Engineer)

H3Operation (PART-145, Part-M, PART-147)
01.2022 - Current
  • Execute all scheduled and unscheduled avionics maintenance for Mi-8MTV-1, Mi-8T, and Mi-2 helicopters, directly contributing to a fleet availability rate exceeding 98% for international contracts.
  • Serve as a key technical expert supporting United Nations peacekeeping missions, ensuring full compliance with regulations, and stringent operational standards.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex avionics and electrical faults, minimizing aircraft downtime, and maintaining mission readiness in demanding environments.

Avionics Technician – Mentor

Prust Holding B.V.
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Mentored and trained a team of junior avionics technicians on Mi-17 (V1/V5) systems, enhancing team capabilities and ensuring zero safety incidents over a 3-year deployment.
  • Maintained critical aircraft avionics systems in a high-stress, high-tempo operational environment, ensuring consistent airworthiness for all assigned aircraft.
  • Recognized for exceptional technical proficiency and leadership in maintaining mission-critical helicopters under challenging conditions.

QC Engineer – Electrical & Avionics

AAL USA, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Authored and implemented new standardized Quality Control checklists for electrical and avionics systems, increasing inspection efficiency by 25%.
  • Led quality control inspections on a fleet of Mi-17 helicopters, ensuring 100% compliance with military and civilian aviation regulations during all audits.
  • Supervised maintenance activities to guarantee adherence to the highest airworthiness and safety standards, collaborating effectively with international military and civilian teams.

Head of Quality Control Department

Kremenchuk Flight College (EASA Part-145/147/M)
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Led a team of 8 technicians, managing all quality control operations for the rotary-wing maintenance facility.
  • Overhauled QC procedures, reducing average inspection times by 15% while improving inspection accuracy and regulatory documentation.
  • Acted as the primary liaison with aviation authorities, successfully navigating all regulatory audits and ensuring continuous compliance.

Engineer & Technician Roles

Kremenchuk Flight College
01.2004 - 01.2010
  • Progressed through roles of increasing responsibility from Electric Equipment Technician to Engineer.
  • Performed comprehensive maintenance, repair, and diagnostics on Mi-8, Mi-8MTV, Mi-2, and AK1-3 helicopters.
  • Achieved and maintained a 95%+ first-time fix rate on complex electrical and avionics component repairs in a laboratory setting.
  • Trained and supervised junior technicians on standard operating procedures for electrical systems.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Aircraft and Engine Maintenance

Kremenchuk Flight College, Kharkiv National University

Qualified Engineer - Control and Service of Aircraft Systems

National Aviation University

Bachelor's Degree - Electrical Engineering

Krivoy Rog Aerotechnical College of Civil Aviation, NAU

Qualified Technician - Aviation Electric Systems Operation

Krivoy Rog Aerotechnical College, NAU

Skills

Aircraft Systems & Expertise: Mi-8T, Mi-8MTV-1, Mi-17 (V1/V5), Mi-2 & AK1-3 Helicopters, Rotary-Wing Aircraft Maintenance, International Field Operations (UN), Team Leadership & Mentoring

Certification

Aircraft Type Ratings: Mi-8T, Mi-8MTV-1, Mi-17 (V1/V5), Mi-2, AK1-3

Additional Information

Actively engaged in AI technology learning and continuously developing prompt engineering skills to enhance workflow efficiency and technical problem-solving capabilities


AI Integration & Prompt Engineering: Proficient in leveraging AI tools for technical documentation, process optimization, and knowledge management


Interests

AI Integration & Prompt Engineering

Timeline

Avionics Technician (Ground Engineer) - H3Operation (PART-145, Part-M, PART-147)
01.2022 - Current
Avionics Technician – Mentor - Prust Holding B.V.
01.2018 - 01.2021
QC Engineer – Electrical & Avionics - AAL USA, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2017
Head of Quality Control Department - Kremenchuk Flight College (EASA Part-145/147/M)
01.2010 - 01.2012
Engineer & Technician Roles - Kremenchuk Flight College
01.2004 - 01.2010
National Aviation University - Qualified Engineer, Control and Service of Aircraft Systems
Krivoy Rog Aerotechnical College of Civil Aviation, NAU - Bachelor's Degree, Electrical Engineering
Krivoy Rog Aerotechnical College, NAU - Qualified Technician, Aviation Electric Systems Operation
Kremenchuk Flight College, Kharkiv National University - Bachelor's Degree, Aircraft and Engine Maintenance
Andrii GavrylenkoSenior Avionics Maintenance Professional | Mi-Series Helicopter Specialist