Mayur Ghugal

DGCA Certified Drone Instructor · UAV Training & Operations (9+ yrs)

New 0 jobs done 9+ years experience

Profile Summary

Product-oriented UAV professional with 9+ years of experience across drone product validation, deployment, regulatory compliance (DGCA/EASA), and large-scale training program leadership. Former ideaForge engineer with hands-on experience in product trials, mission customization, and field deployment. Skilled in bridging engineering, operations, regulatory, and customer needs to deliver scalable UAV solutions.

Experience & Credentials

Experience Level

Expert

Years Experience

9+ years

License

DGCA

Work Experience

Sr. Manager – Training & Operations · DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations Ltd

Apr 2022 – Present

Led deployment of DGCA-certified UAV programs across national & international clients.
Acted as product representative for technical demos, PoCs & regulatory presentations.
Built training modules aligned with product capabilities & compliance requirements.
Created SOPs, flight documentation & structured learning frameworks improving operational efficiency.
Trained 1500+ pilots globally, gaining direct user exposure & customer feedback insights.
Lead Trainer for World Bank–supported Drone Ecosystem Acceleration Program (Nepal).

Deputy Manager – Training · Drone Destination Ltd

Feb 2021 – Apr 2022

Designed UAV training programs aligned with DGCA regulatory frameworks.
Conducted risk assessment & operational documentation for UAV deployments.
Worked closely with operations & product teams for field optimization feedback.
Managed flight data & operational analytics for performance improvement.

Field Operation Engineer · ideaForge Technology Ltd

Aug 2018 – Feb 2021

Conducted UAV product demos, flight trials & mission deployments for defense & enterprise.
Led product validation testing for UAV systems in R&D & production.
Collaborated with engineering teams for customization & mission-specific configuration.
Performed root cause analysis & operational troubleshooting.
Supported Business Development with technical product positioning.
Managed field inventory & deployment logistics.

UAV Pilot · Value Thought IT Solutions

Jun 2017 – Jul 2018

Supported mission execution & enterprise UAV deployments.
Assisted in operational data acquisition & client coordination.

Education

B.E. Aeronautical Engineering — Aeronautical Engineering

Priyadarshini College of Engineering, Nagpur University · 2017

Key Achievements

9+ years UAV product & deployment experience. 1500+ pilots trained across India & internationally. Led international UAV deployment programs. Strong regulatory knowledge (DGCA / EASA / FAA awareness). Former ideaForge product validation engineer. Lead Trainer for World Bank–supported Drone Ecosystem Acceleration Program (Nepal).