Dynamic Costing Manager with over 5.5 years of experience in cost estimation and financial analysis within the manufacturing, Defense, and Aerospace sectors. Proven ability to develop and implement cost control measures that enhance profitability. Strong leader with a track record of managing cross-functional teams and driving project success through strategic budgeting and planning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Costing Engineer
Airflow Equipments India Pvt Ltd.
Chennai
11.2024 - Current
Analyzed project requirements and prepared accurate cost estimates for fabrication and engineering projects.
Developed cost-effective solutions by evaluating raw material costs, labor expenses, and production processes.
Worked closely with suppliers to stay updated on market trends and negotiate competitive pricing.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize fabrication processes and ensure cost efficiency.
Reviewed and interpreted engineering drawings (2D & 3D) for precise estimation and budgeting.
Ensured compliance with industry standards such as ASME in fabrication and manufacturing.
Initiated the development of the aerospace and defense sector within the company, focusing on expanding capabilities and market presence.
Costing & Tendering Manager
Fldec defence space and security pvt ltd.
Chennai
02.2021 - 11.2024
Developed comprehensive cost estimates for new aerospace projects, leading to a 20% reduction in overall project costs.
Collaborated with engineering and procurement teams to optimize material sourcing and improve supplier negotiations.
Prepared and reviewed Tender documents for quoting in e-tenders portals like GEM, IREPS, E PROCUREMENT, etc.
Product Development Team Feasibility, Technical Review of Manufacturing Capability.
Participated in pre-bid meetings to accurately assess client requirements and align on project costs.
Implementation of FMEA and Checking aids to control errors in complex assembly and fitment.
Strong knowledge on GD&T for precision-machined aerospace components.
Bright exposure and strong practice on the Fabrication of sheet metal parts, Forging, Casting, VMC/CNC manufacturing methods.
Product cost estimation for development of new parts with various research, including in-depth analysis of market factors (SPA, D2C, negotiations to meet budget).
Approach of cost estimation using PLM and PPEC.
Understanding and inclusion of product cost structure, which are: direct cost, indirect cost, transport cost, development cost, and overhead.
Continuous process improvement in the area of development and production.
Tool, fixture, and gauges design and manufacturing for forging, casting, press tools, and VMC machining.
Sourced materials ranging from Titanium, Nickel alloys, Delrin, Tool steels, Aluminum, Copper, and Bronze materials worldwide from countries like the UK, USA, and China for Aerospace and defense.
Knowledge of material rate fluctuations.
Analyzed mechanical and chemical properties of a wide variety of material grades to confirm if they meet functional requirements.
Prepare Precise VMC & CNC machining costs for Automotive & Aerospace components for both Prototypes & production Phases
Engaging and interactions with stakeholders like clients, vendors, and cross-functional team building long-term partnership.
End-to-end project handling from raw material sourcing to successful application at client's end.
Successfully converted orders to the organization of impressive value of 40 crores in a span of 1.5 years.
Worked on Project costing for BHEL, BARC, ARDE, ADRDE, NPOL, HAL, CVRDE, HVF, HEMRL, IAF, Indian railways, Central Procurement Labs, and various private sectors like MRF, TITAN, RANE, etc.
Visited various DRDO labs for Techno-Commercial Meetings.
Fldec defence space and security pvt ltd.
Chennai
09.2019 - 02.2021
Designed and developed DEFENCE&AEROSPACE parts and precision machined parts
Developed timelines, organized prototype samples & set priorities
Performed pilot testing to determine the validity of the design through the manufacturing process
Ensure timely preparation of supporting documentation such as PPAP (Production part approval process), generate part lists, BOMʼs & provide production cost estimates
Framed the machining Process for the Development Parts
GD&T and FMEA Analysis
Lead and arranged client meeting for Development review meeting
Vendor development - Identify and audit valuable vendors based on quality and cost-effectiveness (cold forging, plating, heat treatment, machining, welding, etc.).
Successfully completed 12 projects in a year
PROJECTS CONVERTED & WORKED:
Harness for Pilot Parachute SU-30 (Forging & Machining) - ADRDE
Heat exchanger components of SU-30
Involved in Development of Main landing gear & Nose landing gear - CVRDE
Design & Development of Die Block for Nuclear Fuel Complex
Buoy Mast Assembly - NIOT
Launcher module for APS -ARDE
Sonar array structure -NPOL
Flank array - NPOL
Rudram Warhead assembly - ARDE
Involved in Development of Main landing gear & Nose landing gear - CVRDE