Experience

Cobham Satcom

• Denmark
• Telecommunications
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Director Of Operations & Supply Chain

  • Mar 2019 - Present

  San Francisco Bay Area Planned, Executed and Delivered a major NPI in 2021, https://rb.gy/t7zyuk • Developed high level strategy, detailed execution plans, secured Operational and CapEx budget, hired the right talent, set up Prototyping, expanded domestic and overseas Supply Chain capacity by 600%, managed Pre-Production Run, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Logistics and field deployment activities • Reported into the C-suite and the Customer • Risk Identification and Mitigation for the program… Show more Planned, Executed and Delivered a major NPI in 2021, https://rb.gy/t7zyuk • Developed high level strategy, detailed execution plans, secured Operational and CapEx budget, hired the right talent, set up Prototyping, expanded domestic and overseas Supply Chain capacity by 600%, managed Pre-Production Run, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Logistics and field deployment activities • Reported into the C-suite and the Customer • Risk Identification and Mitigation for the program, especially to manage unpredictability because of Covid • Delivered the program in record time that doubled the site revenue in less than 12 months Day to Day Responsibilities, • Advising Executive team on Operations Strategy to improve Time to Market and Profitability, facilitate prioritization and the decision making process • Operations P&L and Business Analytics, maintaining KPIs and meeting corporate metrics in a Matrix organization • Risk Management in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, CM and EMS Operations & Logistics. Ensuring Business Continuity • Develop strategy and execute to deliver on key business/contract wins – including securing the needed Operational and CapEx budget, expanding supply chain capabilities, and keep the Operations organization well positioned to meet future requirements • New Product Introduction - from Concept to Mass Production to Field Deployment. Planning design, prototyping, supply chain and manufacturing capacity expansion, quality assurance and logistics activities for NPI and Value Added Customization (VAC) projects • Analysis of customer RFPs and RFQs to determine Operational or Business requirements as well as analysis of technical specs to understand design, manufacturing and supply chain constraints • Boost the company’s competitive advantage by producing complex and high quality designs at minimal cost • Successfully led ISO 9001:2015 audits and recertification with zero findings for the fourth year running

• Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Control & Project Manager

  • Jan 2017 - Feb 2019

  San Francisco Bay Area

• Mechanical Engineer, Project Manager

  • Sep 2014 - Dec 2016

  Concord, California Project Engineer for Explorer 7100Gx • Environmental Testing of the Explorer 7100Gx Satellite Terminal • Designed the detachable RF assembly • Prepared a production ready design package • Coordinate operations, production, supply chain and outsourcing activities Project Manager for Cobham Satcom's Explorer products made in Concord

• Mechanical Engineer

  • Feb 2011 - Aug 2014

  Orlando, Florida Program Manager for a $1.5 Million Program to build and deliver multiple 3.8m Mobile Antennas • Managed the program from its inception to delivery of the antennas to the customer • Developed and executed a strategy to accelerate the production and delivery schedule to meet the year-end revenue target while ensuring compliance with the Cobham and customer's quality standards Project Engineer • Designed the Dual Axis Positioner and other components for the Explorer… Show more Program Manager for a $1.5 Million Program to build and deliver multiple 3.8m Mobile Antennas • Managed the program from its inception to delivery of the antennas to the customer • Developed and executed a strategy to accelerate the production and delivery schedule to meet the year-end revenue target while ensuring compliance with the Cobham and customer's quality standards Project Engineer • Designed the Dual Axis Positioner and other components for the Explorer 5075Gx Terminal used on the Inmarsat GlobalXpress Satellite Network • Lead the team on the transition of the project 3.8m Mobile Antenna Systems (MAS) from Patriot Antenna Systems to Tracstar Systems Inc. • Lead team efforts on cost reduction to bring down cost of production • Reduced 3.8m MAS shipping costs by redesigning major components • Coordinate engineering, production, planning, purchasing and vendor activities to ensure on time deliveries • Calibrate the RC3000B Mobile Antenna Controller used to drive the antenna • Verify antenna performance using FARO Laser Tracker

• Mechanical Engineer

  • Jan 2009 - Jan 2011

  Albion, Michigan • Conceptualizing and redesigning the trailer used for the 3.8m Mobile Antenna System • Optimized the design of the packaging system for the large radio telescope antennas and reduced shipping costs • Coordinating engineering design, fabrication and installation activities • On-site customer support to rectify faults and provide customer support in India • Perform finite element analysis on the antenna support structure using Solidworks Simulation • Calculate wind loads and… Show more • Conceptualizing and redesigning the trailer used for the 3.8m Mobile Antenna System • Optimized the design of the packaging system for the large radio telescope antennas and reduced shipping costs • Coordinating engineering design, fabrication and installation activities • On-site customer support to rectify faults and provide customer support in India • Perform finite element analysis on the antenna support structure using Solidworks Simulation • Calculate wind loads and perform structural analysis • Analyze the foundations using moment distribution method • Restored customer trust and confidence in the company's products and service • Customer Engineering Support • Execute antenna test builds • Ensure conformance to customer requirements and the timely completion of the project



Cobham Satcom

• Denmark
• Telecommunications
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Mechanical Engineer Intern

  • May 2008 - Aug 2008

  Albion, Michigan • Performed finite element analysis on different satellite antenna systems • Worked with Lead Engineers on developing new antenna systems and improving existing designs • Worked on standardization projects for various products



Central Tool Room & Training Centre (MSME) Government of India

• Government Relations Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Engineering Intern

  • Jan 2006 - Jun 2006

  • Created 3D parametric feature based models of tool dies and fixtures using AutoCad, Pro/E and Solidworks • Performed CNC programming and machining using CAD/CAM software and machine controls such as Fanuc, Heidenhain and Sinumerik.



Rockman Industries

• India
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Engineering Intern

  • Jul 2005 - Aug 2005

  Ludhiana Area, India • Gained knowledge of product design and process development methods in the company’s Tool Room • Performed time studies and learnt shop floor management and the concept of lean manufacturing