Ehtesham A.

About Ehtesham A.

I am a Design & Manufacturing Engineer with 8+ years of experience delivering engineering and manufacturing solutions across aerospace, aviation, and advanced fabrication environments. My background combines product design, CNC manufacturing, structural analysis, and production engineering to support complex programs for commercial aircraft, aerospace suppliers, and custom manufacturing projects. Throughout my career, I have supported components and systems for Boeing, HondaJet, Gulfstream, Cessna, and rotary aircraft platforms, contributing to tooling development, flight-critical structures, and production processes within AS9100-compliant environments. Currently, I serve as a Manufacturing & Design Engineer at Collins Manufacturing, where I lead projects from concept through production. My responsibilities include developing parts, creating designs and engineering drawings, establishing manufacturing processes, and setting up ERP systems to release work orders for production. In my roles, I have: Developed parts from initial concept to production release Designed components, tooling, and assemblies using SolidWorks and CATIA Produced complete engineering drawings and manufacturing prints Set up parts, routers, and work orders in ERP systems Performed CNC programming and machining process optimization Supported quality approvals and manufacturing readiness reviews Led First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and production validation Coordinated between engineering, quality, shop floor, and management teams I continue to support aerospace manufacturing programs in a part-time engineering capacity, focusing on process improvement, CNC manufacturing strategy, and production efficiency. My technical expertise includes: • Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering • CNC Programming & Process Optimization (3-Axis / 5-Axis) • CAD/PLM Systems — SolidWorks, CATIA V5, ENOVIA • FEA & CFD Analysis (ANSYS) • GD & T & Engineering Drawings (ASME Y14.5) • Manufacturing Process Development • Cost Estimation & Quoting • ERP Systems & Production Planning • Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement I enjoy working at the intersection of design, manufacturing, and operations, turning engineering concepts into efficient, repeatable production systems. I am always open to connecting with professionals in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, and engineering leadership.

Experience

1. Manufacturing & Design Engineer

   Collins Manufacturing Company Greene Machine & Manufacturing, Inc

   Jun 2025 — Present

   Collins Manufacturing Company — Macon, GAJune 2025 – Present• Lead design, structural analysis, and manufacturing development of custom USDA and specialty trailer systems. • Perform FEA analysis and develop structural designs using SolidWorks and CATIA. • Establish manufacturing processes, routers, and production workflows for sheet metal and CNC assemblies. • Generate complete project quotes including machining, fabrication, finishing, testing, and vendor sourcing. • Coordinate between executive leadership, engineering, production, and program management teams. • Support CNC programming including complex 5-axis machining operations. • Develop ERP workflows, inventory structures, and project timelines improving operational efficiency. • Interpret Boeing, HondaJet, and customer engineering specifications to define full manufacturing requirements.

Education

• Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician

  2009 — 2013

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  Master of Science (M.S.), Aeronautical Science

  2014 — 2014

• Sheffield School of Aeronautics

  Aircraft Dispatcher Diploma, Aviation/Airway Management and Operations

  2015 — 2015

• Lewis University

  Master of Science (M.S.), Aviation and Transportation

  2014 — 2016