Joyston L Madtha
Bangalore
Summary
Strategic and technically adept Aerospace Project Manager with over 14 years of experience in aircraft systems, component manufacturing, and supplier development. A proven leader with a strong track record of managing complex, cross-functional programs, supporting new product introduction (NPI), and driving technical capability assessments. Expertise includes project lifecycle management, data-driven team leadership, quality assurance, and technical documentation within stringent aerospace and defense environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Project Manager – Aerospace & Digital Operations
Tata Technologies Ltd
08.2023 - Current
- Leading end-to-end execution of critical Airbus projects across India and Europe, overseeing both ex-situ and in-situ operations.
- Directed large multi-disciplinary engineering teams of 50+ members across global clusters, balancing resource allocation, competency alignment, and cross-cultural collaboration.
- Owned full project lifecycle—milestone tracking, risk governance, KPI reporting [On Quality Delivery(OQD), On Time Delivery(OTD)]—ensuring delivery excellence, cost control, and continuous value creation.
- Led support teams through data-driven mentoring, using quantitative metrics (OQD, OTD) and qualitative stakeholder feedback to identify skill gaps, implement targeted training, and drive sustained improvements.
- Successfully transitioned technical workstreams from onsite to offshore, validating feasibility through POCs, managing infrastructure setup, and maintaining delivery quality.
- Deeply engaged with Airbus standards and compliance expectations, ensuring all deliverables adhered to stringent aerospace domain regulations and audit frameworks.
- Took ownership of PMO responsibilities for Airbus programs—structured delivery governance, scheduled audit reviews as quality champion, and ensured zero non-conformities (NCs) during internal and external audits.
- Commended by Airbus stakeholders for quick turnaround, transparent communication, and effective escalation management.
- Collaborated on operational transformation initiatives with a vision to integrate AI-driven task automation and predictive planning into Airbus service models.
- Championed automation practices to reduce manual interventions, improve data quality, and support audit-readiness.
Engineering Lead
Infosys Limited
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Defined and validated engineering requirements, ensuring compliance with certification and safety standards.
- Coordinated instrumentation, test execution, and non-conformance resolution with cross-functional teams.
- Produce an optimum verification plan to address requirements of the verification strategy.
- Integrate teams across all engineering disciplines to deliver compliance evidence including reports.
- Analyse and interpret information and data from various sources including tests and analyses for effective engineering assessments.
- Project: Rolls-Royce Engines component modification
Project Engineer-II
Aeronautical Development Agency
11.2016 - 11.2021
- Spearheaded the development, qualification, and certification of ejection seat systems, canopy severance systems (CSS), and canopy opening mechanisms for indigenous fighter aircraft.
- Coordinated with HAL, DRDO labs, IAF, and interdisciplinary agencies (NAL, ISRO, ARAI, IAM, universities) to drive system design, manufacturing, and rocket sled trials.
- Led pilot ergonomics studies and cockpit optimization, resulting in improved safety and operational readiness.
- Managed end-to-end procurement and techno-commercial activities, including budget planning, vendor engagement, and certification processes in collaboration with QA, SEG, and DGAQA.
- Oversaw Transfer of Technology (ToT) for CSS kits to production agencies, ensuring smooth industrialization and supply-chain readiness.
- Directed cross-functional integration of structural modifications and GSE/GHE procurement for long-term servicing of ejection seat systems.
- Authored and coordinated system requirement documents, test plans, RFIs, and RFQs, ensuring compliance with regulatory and defense standards.
- Finalized and procured Ground Support Equipment (GSE/GHE), test rigs, spares, and publications from OEMs for long-term (10-yearly) servicing of ejection seat systems.
Project Assistant-II
Aeronautical Development Agency
10.2012 - 11.2016
- Contributed to the design, development, and qualification of Hydraulic Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) for the aircraft Hydraulic System in collaboration with HAL and DRDO interdisciplinary teams.
- Coordinated with production agencies for manufacture of test specimens and final products, ensuring adherence to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Partnered with HAL for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), heat treatment, and coating processes to meet aerospace quality and reliability standards.
- Authored and maintained maintenance manuals for Hydraulic and Fuel System LRUs, collaborating with HAL, QA & SEG, and CEMILAC to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Drafted and executed Qualification Test Plans for Hydraulic LRUs and coordinated Delta testing with certifying agencies (CEMILAC-DRDO, CRI at CMTI) to secure approvals.
- Prepared and implemented structural modification kits for the Air-to-Air Refueling Assembly, conducting technical assessments and aligning supplier capabilities with aerospace requirements.
- Liaised with QA, SEG, and CEMILAC to secure clearances for modifications, supporting aircraft operational readiness.
- Coordinated with DGAQA to achieve certification for newly developed LRUs, ensuring compliance with defense standards and successful realization of production.
- Project: Mechanical System Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) for Hydraulics System
Engineer
Business Solution International
10.2010 - 10.2012
- Supported the prototype manufacturing, assembly, and testing of Hydraulic System LRUs, followed by qualification testing and release of production drawings in coordination with HAL, ADA, and CEMILAC.
- Coordinated the creation of process sheets from production drawings for smooth manufacturing workflows of aerospace components.
- Facilitated NDT of raw materials, heat treatment processes, and coatings in partnership with HAL, ensuring product reliability and compliance with aerospace standards.
- Contributed to type certification of 30+ Hydraulic System LRUs under CEMILAC DDPMAS 2002, enabling successful program integration.
- Authored technical documentation, including test schedules, type test records, and qualification reports, supporting certification and audits.
- Coordinated manufacturing of Hydraulic and Fuel System LRUs at GTTC (Bangalore) and CTTC (Bhubaneswar), ensuring quality and timely delivery.
- Worked with DGAQA and other qualification agencies to secure certification of manufactured LRUs, facilitating successful deployment in defense projects.
- Deputed to Aeronautical development agency (ADA)
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
St. Joseph Engineering College
01.2009
Skills
- Managerial Skills
- Project management, Project strategic planning, Scheduling, Handling Micro Activity Level Execution and customer engagement in multiple projects
- Engineering Skills
- Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Assembly & Qualification Testing, Maintenance, Quality Assurance
- Other Skills
- Strong Technical Documentation Skill, Good interpersonal and communication skill, Strong team player Decision making skills
Certification
Leadership Excellence Acceleration Program (LEAP) – Journey 3.0
Timeline
Project Manager – Aerospace & Digital Operations
Tata Technologies Ltd
08.2023 - Current
Engineering Lead
Infosys Limited
04.2022 - 08.2023
Project Engineer-II
Aeronautical Development Agency
11.2016 - 11.2021
Project Assistant-II
Aeronautical Development Agency
10.2012 - 11.2016
Engineer
Business Solution International
10.2010 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
St. Joseph Engineering College
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