Deputy Manager - Manufacturing Engineering (Aerospace Precision Fabs), Pune

Job Description:

Site Overview:

Our Multi-modal Manufacturing Facility (MMF) in Pune plays a crucial role in manufacturing key aerospace components, supporting not only India’s defense and commercial sectors but also global aviation supply chains. Our relationships with Indian suppliers, combined with our world-class local facilities and global reach, continue to shape India’s aerospace ecosystem

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for sheet metal forming, fabrication, machining, NDT, chemical coatings, and heat treatment to ensure high-quality precision products.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, including AS9100, AS9102, APQP, PPAP, and NadCap requirements. 
• Utilize CAD software such as Unigraphics and AutoCAD to design and modify tools, fixtures, and manufacturing layouts.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to ensure precise and accurate product specifications.
• Lead and manage New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from concept through production, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, quality, and production, to resolve technical issues and improve manufacturing processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address production and quality issues.
• Develop and maintain standard work instructions and process documentation.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality products that meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Monitor and deliver on business KPIs and metrics related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC).
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in manufacturing technologies and processes.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience into sheet metal forming, fabrication, machining, NDT, chemical coatings, and heat treatment to ensure high-quality precision products. Hands on experience into Auto CAD & Unigraphics.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 6 to 12 years of experience in manufacturing engineering with 3 years minimum in the aerospace industry.
• In-depth knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, APQP, PPAP, and NadCap processes.
• Proficiency in CAD software, including Unigraphics and AutoCAD.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Expertise in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Six Sigma certification or equivalent.
• Experience in NPI Project Management
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to plan, execute, and monitor projects to ensure timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints