Suresh Soni

About Suresh Soni

Experienced Engineering Manager with 15+ years in aerospace engineering, specializing in project management, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership. Proven track record of driving complex NPI programs, process improvements, and team development. Expertise in Catia, PLM, AS9100 compliance, and stakeholder management with a strong focus on achieving operational excellence and business growth.Key Experience- Leadership: Directed global NPI programs, Application Engineering, Sustaining Engineering and Product / Part Transition from one manufacturing location to another- Managed cross-functional teams of 12+ engineers, oversaw a direct team of 15, and led 25 direct reports as interim leader- Strategic Planning: Developed roadmaps for product line enhancements, created PowerBI dashboards for portfolio tracking, and aligned investments with business goals- Technical Expertise: Specialized in optimizing designs and finalizing BOMs to meet aerospace standards (AS9100D, ANSI, ASME Y14•••09, etc.). Led product transitions and conducted system engineering evaluations.Cross-Functional Coordination- Stakeholder Management: Collaborated with SMEs, Chief Engineers, and global customers; delivered executive summaries to senior leadership- Change Management: Implemented initiatives to enhance team productivity and project alignment.Achievements- Continuous Improvement Award: Recognized for excellence in CI at Eaton Aerospace group level- Budget Management: Oversaw CAPEX for test equipment, optimized resources and performed data-driven portfolio analysis- BPI Events: Led BPI events and action plans for project transitions- Problem Solving: Championed 8D methodologies and root cause analysis- Talent Development: Implemented hiring plans, conducted performance reviews, and fostered team engagement through impactful events leadership and mentorship.

Experience

1. Engineering Manager

   Eaton

   May 2022 — Present · Pune, IN

   Managing a team of 15 direct reports and oversaw 25 direct reports for short duration (2 months) as an Engineering Manager, leading significant portfolios in Aerospace for customers like Boeing, Airbus, Collins Aerospace, Safran- Application Engineering / Runner - Standard Product / Part Transition project between manufacturing locations - Tube Fitting Design - New Product Development (NPI)- Awarded Continuous Improvement (CI) accolade in the functional category at Eaton Aerospace group level for Runner portfolio. Drove 2 global BPI initiatives with a 50% throughput improvement- Developed and implemented multi-year strategic roadmaps- Estimation and management of the operational budgets for team engagement and portfolio growth- Implementing hiring & growth plans to expand team capabilities, ensuring alignment with project demands and resource needs for portfolio growth strategy- Managed lifecycle of aerospace NPI programs for major OEMs (Boeing, Airbus), including part transitions across locations- Conducted technical design reviews (SRR/PDR/CDR/TRR), work package approval (WPA), supported Gate reviews and ensured compliance with regulatory standards- Prepared and presented executive summaries to senior leadership- Led the development of multiple visual PowerBI dashboards for portfolio / projects tracking and implemented daily tiered accountability for improved transparency and decision-making- Proposed and managed Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) for test equipment development aligned with business objectives.

Education

• LNCT Group of Colleges

  B.E., Mechanical Engineering

  2005 — 2009

• Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya - JNV

  12, Maths department

  2003 — 2004

• Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

  MSc - Master of Science, Manufacturing Management

  2012 — 2014

Skills

• Autocad
• Ptc Pro/Engineer
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Gd&T
• Matrixone
• Pro Engineer
• Cfd
• Catia