Praveen Kumar K

About Praveen Kumar K

Over 14 years of experience specializing in the design and development of aircraft cabin interiors, with a deep understanding of aerospace standards and requirements. Holds a US B1 Visa. Completed PMP training sessions and am currently working towards certification. Proficient in the conceptual design of aircraft cabin components and systems. Strong knowledge of Configuration Management, Change Management, and Process Management. Experienced in implementing a bottom-up approach with version control. Skilled in translating conceptual cabin designs into manufacturing-ready inputs. Expertise in Plastic Injection Mold Development. Proficient in Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles. Extensive knowledge in the design of Aircraft Galleys, including compliance with CDR/FAI requirements and the management of engineering changes. Capable of rapidly prototyping cabin concepts for final approval. Skilled in Class-A Surface Development and resolving critical surface defects. Well-versed in Aircraft Passenger Layout (LOPA) design for both Boeing and Airbus. Experienced in customizing cabin products to meet specific customer requirements. Adept at working with a variety of materials, including Plastics, Composites, Ferrous, and Non-Ferrous materials. Proficient in applying GD & T (ASME-14•••09) and managing Limits, Fits, and Tolerances. Skilled in generating comprehensive reports and presentations using Excel and PowerPoint.

Experience

1. Lead Design Engineer

   Wolfhound Motors

   Aug 2023 — Present

Education

• Central Institute of Tool Design

  Postgraduate Degree, Tool and Die Design

• Central Institute of Tool Design

  Postgraduate Degree, Tool and Die Technology

• VNR Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering and Technology (VNRVJIET)

  B.Tech, Mechanical Engineering

  2005 — 2009

• California Institute of Advanced Management (CIAM)

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Project Management