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Description
This role will be responsible for leading a team of Professional Design Engineers within the GETC Seating Organization at the Hyderabad site. The Manager will provide technical direction, lead the execution of complex design programs, and ensure that engineering solutions meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction. The role demands a high level of ownership, planning acumen, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving and delivery. Key Responsibilities: Lead a team with the right mix of mechanical and electrical routing skills to deliver engineering solutions aligned with program and business objectives Drive technical excellence, provide mentorship, and establish a culture of accountability and continuous improvement Execute multiple seating design programs independently from ITCM through FAI alongside a core team of 4-5 engineers Plan and manage team capacity and workload to ensure on-time delivery and effective resource utilization Ensure design deliverables consistently meet BOM, weight, build hour, and milestone targets Implement lean systems and procedures to support a catalogue-based, short lead-time development model Identify key design and certification constraints early in the development lifecycle Liaise effectively with cross-functional stakeholders (certification, program management, manufacturing, sourcing, OEMs, and airline customers) to drive design maturity and value engineering opportunities Perform technical reviews and check internal/external engineering packages, working towards Authorized Signatory status in the respective domain Lead or support the creation and revision of technical specifications and design documents Collaborate with HRD on hiring, onboarding, performance appraisals, training, and employee development Address employee concerns and maintain a high-performing and motivated team environment Report to the Senior Manager - Engineering and support any additional tasks as assigned Preferred Experience & Skills: Min. P4 grade with exposure leading programs/teams Proven track record of managing complex programs from concept to delivery, preferably from the Hyderabad site Strong technical expertise in mechanical design and electrical routing within aerospace interiors Experience interfacing with global teams, including manufacturing, certification, and OEM engineering representatives (CDR experience preferred) Exposure to Winston-Salem site operations and familiarity with customer engagement dynamics is a strong plus High ownership mindset with exceptional planning, organizing, and execution capabilities Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with strict quality and schedule adherence Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills with a positive, can-do attitude Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills with a continuous improvement mindset Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight timelines Proven ability to lead engineering teams and deliver results in a matrixed, global environment BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors / Master s degree in Mechanical engineering/Aerospace engineering or similar 12+ years of leadership experience in managing programs/projects within a highly matrixed global organizatio
