Project Manager - Defence and Aerospace

As a Project Manager for Defence and Military application products, your role will involve overseeing the full project lifecycle, from conceptualization to operational deployment. You must possess strong leadership capabilities, cross-functional coordination skills, and experience in defence or high-tech project environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management for DcPP, ToTs, and Product delivery.
• Leading end-to-end project execution for product/system development/production.
• Collaborating with engineering, design, and R&D teams to meet technical milestones.
• Collaborating with various Govt agencies like DRDO for smooth conduct of projects.
• Developing project plans, timelines, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Managing external stakeholders such as Armed forces, DRDO, etc.
• Conducting regular reviews to ensure development and production activities align with requirements and quality standards.
• Managing risk assessments, issue resolution, and change management.
• Evaluating RFI, RFP, and preparation of responses as well as project plans.
• Plan and coordinate field/user trials in collaboration with Defence forces.
• Formulation of User Trials Directives.
• Coordinating Induction Procedures and resolving bottlenecks through effective approaches.
• Serving as the primary liaison with end users to gather feedback and incorporate improvements.
• Ensuring compliance with Defence protocols and safety standards during trials.
• Managing documentation, reporting, and analysis of trial results.
• Leading induction/training programs for users and stakeholders during system rollout.
• Overseeing day-to-day operations post-deployment, ensuring system functionality and support.
• Developing and documenting Operational readiness plan for end users.
• Acting as a point of contact for ongoing support, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
• Establishing effective rapport and liaison with local administration authorities.
• Conducting various strategic planning exercises and discussions on operational readiness.
• Leading and coordinating successful initiatives involving Org Administration, Financial analysis, security management, T&D, Vendor Management, and Procurement.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in engineering/Project Management/Military Technology, or related field (Mechanical & Electrical/Electronics Engineering).
• 20+ years of experience in Project/Operation/Contract Management preferably in Defence, aerospace, or high-tech sectors.
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams through complex product development cycles.
• Familiarity with Defence procurement, field trials, and operational environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Hands-on experience with Defence/paramilitary organizations.
• Background in Military Technology/Military Application Product lifecycle Management.
• Knowledge of compliance standards (e.g., MIL-STD, ISO, JSS, JSG, etc). As a Project Manager for Defence and Military application products, your role will involve overseeing the full project lifecycle, from conceptualization to operational deployment. You must possess strong leadership capabilities, cross-functional coordination skills, and experience in defence or high-tech project environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management for DcPP, ToTs, and Product delivery.
• Leading end-to-end project execution for product/system development/production.
• Collaborating with engineering, design, and R&D teams to meet technical milestones.
• Collaborating with various Govt agencies like DRDO for smooth conduct of projects.
• Developing project plans, timelines, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Managing external stakeholders such as Armed forces, DRDO, etc.
• Conducting regular reviews to ensure development and production activities align with requirements and quality standards.
• Managing risk assessments, issue resolution, and change management.
• Evaluating RFI, RFP, and preparation of responses as well as project plans.
• Plan and coordinate field/user trials in collaboration with Defence forces.
• Formulation of User Trials Directives.
• Coordinating Induction Procedures and resolving bottlenecks through effective approaches.
• Serving as the primary liaison with end users to gather feedback and incorporate improvements.
• Ensuring compliance with Defence protocols and safety standards during trials.
• Managing documentation, reporting, and analysis of trial results.
• Leading induction/training programs for users and stakeholders during system rollout.
• Overseeing day-to-day operations post-deployment, ensuring system functionality and support.
• Developing and documenting Operational readiness plan for end users.
• Acting as a point of contact for ongoing support, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
• Establishing effective rapport and liaison with local administration authorities.
• Conducting various strategic