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Chethan Prasad Ramaiah

Chethan Prasad Ramaiah

Hyderabad

Summary

Technology leader with 18 years of experience in aerospace, embedded systems, and software engineering. Expertise in leading global teams, defining product roadmaps, and achieving software excellence. Skilled in managing multi-million-dollar budgets and collaborating with R&D units to deliver innovative engineering solutions. Aiming for a senior leadership role to enhance product development and engineering standards.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Value Stream Leader - Aircraft Applications

Collins Aerospace
Hyderabad
08.2023 - Current

Directed full lifecycle accountability for complex product portfolio within major Operating Unit.

Developed and executed multi-year product and technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives.

Led global cross-functional teams through requirements definition, development, production, and support phases.

Drove initiatives to enhance product quality, reliability, and performance using data-driven insights.

Managed product line investment forecasts and technology-specific B&P budget forecasts for resource optimization.

Championed strategic alignment across business units for seamless product delivery and interdependencies management.

  • Collaborated with Sales and Operations Planning teams to optimize demand planning strategies.

Engineering Manager - Flight Deck Systems

Collins Aerospace
Hyderabad
12.2020 - 08.2023

Led multi-disciplinary engineering team delivering advanced Flight Deck Systems for global aviation segments.

Directed end-to-end engineering lifecycle, encompassing systems design and software development.

Implemented rigorous verification and validation processes, ensuring compliance with certification standards.

Fostered technical excellence culture through agile practices, enhancing team productivity by 25% in 2022.

Ensured successful project execution, achieving 100% customer satisfaction for Flight Deck Systems in 2023.

  • Collaborated with Program Management and Systems Engineering to align technical execution with program objectives.

Staff Engineer - Product Owner

Collins Aerospace
11.2014 - 12.2020

Held complete accountability for schedule, cost, and technical performance of critical software components.

Developed and executed risk mitigation plans to safeguard project objectives and meet key performance indicators.

Facilitated continuous communication with program leadership to promote transparency and informed decision-making.

Led system design, requirements validation, and integration testing for advanced flight deck systems under certification standards.

Managed global team coordination to ensure alignment with technical, regulatory, and customer requirements.

Airbus, HCL, GoodRich, ADA

Multiple
Bangalore
06.2007 - 09.2014

Foundational experience in advanced flight systems engineering fostered comprehensive understanding of systems integration and product lifecycle management.

Education

B.E - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Don Bosco Institute Of Technology
Bangalore
05-2006

Skills

  • Product lifecycle management
  • Data analysis skills
  • Engineering systems knowledge
  • Risk management strategies
  • Agile methodologies
  • Stakeholder engagement

Personnel management

Program and portfolio oversight

Project execution

Hybrid project methodologies

Avionics systems architecture

Control account management

Embedded solutions testing

Design standards adherence

Certification

PMI-PMP Certified, SaFE AGILE, PO & SM Certified

Timeline

Value Stream Leader - Aircraft Applications

Collins Aerospace
08.2023 - Current

Engineering Manager - Flight Deck Systems

Collins Aerospace
12.2020 - 08.2023

Staff Engineer - Product Owner

Collins Aerospace
11.2014 - 12.2020

Airbus, HCL, GoodRich, ADA

Multiple
06.2007 - 09.2014

B.E - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Don Bosco Institute Of Technology
Chethan Prasad Ramaiah