Senior Aerospace Supplier Program Manager; India

Experienced Supplier Program Management

Company: Boeing India Private Limited

We are looking for a Supplier Program Management professional to join our Supply Chain team in Bangalore, India. The role supports program management and execution of Boeing Statements of Work across all three business units, collaborating closely with Procurement Agents and cross‑functional stakeholders. The position involves managing pre‑ and post‑award activities such as supplier development, work transfer support, supplier performance management, and contract execution.

• Lead capabilities/feasibility assessments for Statements of Work across commodities by evaluating manufacturing processes, special processes, testing capabilities, leading to supplier recommendation and onboarding.

• Develop technical assessments for commodities by understanding manufacturing processes and identifying gaps at suppliers based on technical inputs.

• Participate in technical audits and requirement consumption reviews to identify and onboard suppliers.

• Hands‑on experience in aircraft parts manufacturing and processes (structures & structural assemblies, industry standards products, fabrication, machined/sheet metal parts and assemblies, non‑metallic and composite parts). Preferred knowledge of special processes.

• Experience with new product introduction, FAI, product and process qualification in aerospace.

• Experience in fabrication of titanium, aluminum, stainless steel and Inconel products.

• Knowledge of 3D models, 2D drawings, and material specifications.

• Understanding of statistical analysis, process automation, IoT/digital manufacturing techniques, AI/ML, Industry 4.0.

• Experience with NADACP audits/approvals and QPL/QLM processes.

• Hands‑on experience in destructive and non‑destructive testing and metrology (CMM, Laser Tracker) and strong understanding of GD&T.

• Knowledge of composite manufacturing processes, composite structures, and composite material systems.

• Knowledge of interior part manufacturing processes (composites, plastic, elastomeric systems).

• Experience with supplier capability assessment, technical reviews, gap analysis, and driving supplier development initiatives, coaching and mentoring of suppliers.

• Monitor supplier performance‑to‑plan to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and report status to procurement agents and stakeholders.

• Communicate across functions (procurement, suppliers, program stakeholders, supplier quality, engineering, others) to report status and concerns.

• Participate in on‑site supplier assessments (rate readiness, capacity assessment, PRA & PMR).

• Compile and analyze supplier performance data, review key risk indicators, develop mitigation plans, and elevate issues for resolution.

• Identify training needs in business and manufacturing practices to improve supplier quality and delivery performance.

• Consolidate data, prepare reports and presentations in support of program management reviews, and present supplier performance improvement recommendations.

• Lead or support quality and process excellence initiatives such as APQP, Kaizen, Fishbone Analysis, 8D, A3.

• Create collaborative partnerships with suppliers and Supplier Management to develop risk, issue and opportunity plans, supplier recovery plans and production planning.

• Project management and communication
• Supplier management and risk management
• Aerospace parts manufacturing processes
• Manufacturing operations and technical support

• Supplier management knowledge
• Engineering knowledge/comprehension
• Knowledge of aerospace parts manufacturing processes, special processes, testing and certification
• Manufacturing process and lean concepts
• Knowledge in AS9100 and QMS
• Product engineering knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Mechanical, Aerospace, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
• Strong oral and written communication
• Aerospace background
• Microsoft Office proficiency

• Program management
• Manufacturing process/operations

• Technical bachelor’s degree in mechanical/production engineering and typically 8 to 12 years of related work experience, or a master’s degree with typically 7+ years, or a PhD or equivalent combination.
• A technical degree is defined as any four‑year degree, or greater, in a mathematics, scientific or information technology field of study.

Relocation: This position offers relocation within India.

Language Requirements: Not applicable.

Security Clearance: Not required.

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent upon Program Award: This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift: Not a shift worker (India).