Satellite Systems Mission Critical Software Embedded Software Development Digital Engineering & AI Applications Production Program Experience (Mandatory)Proven track record of delivering products/programs into production.

Experience should extend beyond research, prototyping, or proof-of-concept activities. Must have successfully contributed to large-scale deployment, manufacturing, commercialization, or operational roll-out programs.

Desired Leadership Competencies

Technical decision-making capability Program and delivery management expertise Customer-facing leadership experience Team building and mentoring skills Strategic thinking and business orientation Strong communication and stakeholder management High learning agility and adaptability AI Readiness (Mandatory)Candidates should demonstrate: Understanding of AI/ML applications in engineering.

Experience using AI-assisted development, testing, validation, analytics, or productivity tools. Ability to drive AI transformation initiatives within engineering teams. Robust willingness to learn and adopt emerging AI technologies.

Target Talent Pools Defense Domain

Preferred companies:



Boeing Defense Lockheed Martin India Tata Advanced Systems Bharat Electronics (BEL)HALAlpha Design Astra Microwave Data Patternsidea Forge Garuda Aerospace New Space Research & Technologies Other Defense Electronics & Drone OEMs Important Screening Criteria: Candidates must have worked on production-delivered defense programs. Profiles limited to R&D;, lab projects, prototypes, or concept development should not be prioritized.

Space Tech Domain Preferred organizations: ISROIN-SPACe ecosystem companies Skyroot Aerospace Agnikul Cosmos Bellatrix Aerospace Digantara Dhruva Space Pixxel Sat Sure Other Space Tech and Satellite Engineering organizations Success Profile The ideal candidate will: Combine deep technical expertise with strong leadership capabilities. Have successfully delivered production-grade products/programs. Demonstrate AI readiness and digital transformation mindset.

Be willing to adapt, relocate, and scale into larger leadership responsibilities. Bring the agility needed to thrive in rapidly evolving Automotive, Defense, and Space Tech ecosystems.

📌 Chief Technology Officer Aerospace, Defence & Deeptech (Pune)
🏢 Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade
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