Indian Ministry of Defence (IMoD) has an enduring requirement for airborne ISR platforms using MQ-9B aircraft, purchased from GA-ASI. The IMoD will rely on General Atomics Global India Pvt Ltd., (GAGIPL) to develop the infrastructure for Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) required to operate and sustain the Indian MQ-9B aircraft. To fulfill this requirement GAGIPL is hiring additional Indian-national support personnel.

Under general direction, this position is responsible for developing and managing the local supply base and supply chain infrastructure in India for GAGIPL ensuring compliance with both local Indian regulations and GA corporate policies. This individual will report to Director (India Ops) through the Head of Technical Operations.

Areas of responsibility include supplier identification, evaluation, localization, qualification, on boarding, and performance management. Contract and purchase order execution will be performed primarily by US-based counterparts.



This role will collaborate closely with those teams to ensure alignment of sourcing strategies and supplier readiness. The position requires solid analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across cultures and time zones.

Duties And Responsibilities

Supply Chain & Supplier Development

• Identify, evaluate, and develop potential suppliers and subcontractors in the Indian market ensuring alignment with GAGIPL and GA corporate policies
• Conduct supplier capability assessments, including quality systems, capacity, financial stability, and compliance with applicable regulations
• Support source selection decisions by providing supplier assessments, risk analyses, and total cost of ownership evaluations to US-based procurement teams
• Work with suppliers to improve performance in quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness, including development of corrective and preventive action plans
• Support localization and indigenization initiatives in line with program a

📌 Supplier Administrator IV (India)
🏢 General Atomics
📍 India