General Manage Manufacturing & NPD (Defense & Aerospace) -Haryana
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- 15 - 20 years
- Noida, Gurugram
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Job Description
Location: Yamunanagar-HARYANA
Department: Manufacturing / New Product Development
Experience: 15+ Years
Industry: Equipments manufacturing for Defense, Aerospace, Nuclear (NPCIL, BARC,
DRDO, Air Force, etc.)
Job Summary:
We are seeking a strategic and technically adept General Manager Manufacturing &
NPD with over 15 years of experience leading high-precision manufacturing operations and
new product development in the Defense, Aerospace, and Nuclear sectors. This role requires deep expertise in fabrication, machining, assembly, welding, and cost estimation, alongside the capability to build and implement structured employee training and development programs aligned with defense/aerospace standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations: fabrication, machine shop, welding, precision assembly, and testing.
Oversee New Product Development (NPD) initiatives for custom-built defense and aerospace systems.
Prepare and review detailed cost estimations, time projections, and resource planning for complex manufacturing and R&D projects.
Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO, and other relevant defense/aerospace quality and safety standards.
Act as the primary point of coordination for strategic clients like NPCIL, BARC, DRDO, RDEE, Indian Air Force, and other defense organizations.
Develop, implement, and regularly update yearly training and skill enhancement plans for all employees and shop floor workers.
Conduct or facilitate training programs, workshops, and hands-on technical sessions to enhance capabilities across production, quality, and safety teams.
Collaborate with HR and department heads to identify skill gaps and build custom learning paths.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and process excellence using Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen techniques.
Lead project budgeting, CAPEX planning, cost control, and productivity improvement initiatives.
Drive vendor evaluation, development, and quality assurance for defense-compliant components and assemblies.
Coordinate with R&D, design, and quality departments to ensure manufacturability and scalability of new products.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors/masters degree in mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering.
15+ years of experience in manufacturing and NPD for nuclear, defense, or aerospace projects.
Solid background in cost and time estimation, bid preparation, and techno-
commercial proposals.
Extensive project execution experience for clients like NPCIL, BARC, DRDO, RDEE, or Indian Air Force.
Practical expertise in precision manufacturing, welding, NDT, CNC operations, and assembly.
Ability to design and implement technical and behavioral training programs across teams.
Strong leadership, people management, and inter-departmental coordination skills.
Knowledge of ERP systems, CAD/CAM tools, and manufacturing resource planning.
Preferred Attributes:
Certifications in PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or TWI (Training Within Industry).
Experience in managing large-scale capital equipment and infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with defense procurement (DPP, DPM), government portals (GEM), and
compliance.
Strong documentation and reporting skills for audits and client reviews.
Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications
Reporting To: Director / VP Operations & Strategy
Budget: 30-32 LPA
Contact Details:
Interested candidates send resume on ni**************s@gm**l.com
Job Classification
Industry: Electronics Manufacturing (Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS))Functional Area / Department: Production, Manufacturing & EngineeringRole Category: ManagementRole: Production / Manufacturing HeadEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: Leading engineeringLocation(s): Noida, Gurugram
Keyskills: NPD Defense Project Execution Aerospace Manufacturing Lean Project Budgeting Operation Cost Estimation Project Six Sigma Hariyana Capex Planning
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