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Rajni Kanth Akula

Engineering Leader
Hyderabad,Telangna

Summary

Multifaceted operations leader skillful developing and implementing policies, procedures and plans to enhance and direct company activities towards business excellence, best practices and regulatory compliance. Brings in delivery management with 25 years in program management oversight. Achieved on-time delivery of over 15 programs in high-technology environment with schedule, budget or resource constraints. With excellent organizational and collaborative skills leading to mutually beneficial relationships among all stake holders.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Delivery Manager

SAAB ODC, Tech Mahindra
Hyderabad, Telangana
11.2020 - 03.2024
  • Enabled work from Office for critical scopes during pandemic
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Support Projects with fix scope or End to End Projects
  • Hired niche skill like 5G, Electrical, Power Electronics, for domestic and overseas on demand requirements
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

DGM - Boeing CoE Head

CYIENT
Hyderabad, Telangana
09.2003 - 02.2020
  • Journey at Cyient took flight with Goodrich Aerospace Lighting Systems in Sep 2003.started with basic level of Engineering scopes, Tech Pub, Vendor Development and eventually ventured into Design, Analysis, Reliability, and Value Engineering
  • Kick started its ODC in Bengaluru by supporting initial expansion during early 2006
  • Rewarding career with Boeing customer: Started as SPOC in Oct 2006 with kick start of 747-8 Program in Everett Washington for scopes including Wing FTE, Wing Tip, WTBF, side of Body joints and all completed ahead of schedule, that reputation propelled growth and helped inroads into Boeing Global Support with Software Development and Reliability, 787 Program, Test & Evaluation, Boeing Defence Space & Security
  • Introduced Avionics B2S, B2P, & Additive Manufacturing, lead team to program manage E2E including FAA PMA for 11 products
  • Ensured consistency in Operational excellence & sustained Boeing Performance Excellence Award at Silver level for 7 years and once achieved Gold Level as well
  • Played critical role in transforming engagement into Partnership Style with success on aligned goals.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Assistant Manager

COMAU INDIA PVT LTD
Pune, Maharashtra
07.2000 - 09.2003
  • Lead Projects involving Body in White, Automotive Automation Fixtures & Material Handling Systems
  • Developed, team of 50 members
  • Coordinated with Manufacturing team for Design Trials and Smooth running of automations Fixtures
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of design outputs across all projects
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members
  • Ensured consistency in branding elements across all marketing materials, reinforcing cohesive brand identity for clients'' businesses
  • Optimized internal processes by identifying areas for improvement, increasing overall efficiency in design department
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.

Design Engineer

R & D, RANUTROL INDUSTRIES LTD
New Delhi, Delhi
11.1997 - 07.2000
  • Designed 9 new Products for Refrigeration & Air conditioning Controls & Systems
  • Conducted research to identify and evaluate new technologies and concepts & upgraded Controls to meet new range of parameters
  • Responsible for CAD, Process Planning, Prototype, Product Testing, Product Compliance with industry standards, Release of Final Product for production
  • Performed rigorous testing procedures on prototypes, identifying areas for improvement before production began
  • Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications.

Education

MBA - undefined

IIMK
2024-Apr

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M Tech Delhi Institute of Tool Engineering (DITE / TRTC)
Nov

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Tech G Pulla Reddy Engineering College
Jul

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Cultural Competency
  • Policy Implementation
  • Contract Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Product Management
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Program Management

Additional Information

  • Awards , 4 Times Boeing Supplier of the Year Award (at CoE level) 8 Times Boeing Performance Excellence Award (at CoE level) TOM Award for Aug 2006, Apr 2007, Jul 2015 at Cyient Pride at Boeing twice during 2007 to 2009 for 747-8 Program Special Appreciation from Boeing on Externship program Silver Performance Award - Mar 2019 at Cyient Mark of Excellence Award for 2015 & 2016 at Cyient AOM Award Aug 2004, Jan 2007 & 2015 at Cyient President Award 2011 & 2013 at Cyient Associate of the Year for 2004 at Cyient

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Timeline

Delivery Manager - SAAB ODC, Tech Mahindra
11.2020 - 03.2024
DGM - Boeing CoE Head - CYIENT
09.2003 - 02.2020
Assistant Manager - COMAU INDIA PVT LTD
07.2000 - 09.2003
Design Engineer - R & D, RANUTROL INDUSTRIES LTD
11.1997 - 07.2000
IIMK - MBA,
M Tech Delhi Institute of Tool Engineering (DITE / TRTC) - ,
Tech G Pulla Reddy Engineering College - ,

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