Job Description

Position:

Junior Engineer - Vendor Development

Role Objective

To provide

daily, on-ground follow-up with suppliers

for machining, fabrication, and manufacturing updates of aerospace components. The role ensures real-time visibility of supplier progress and helps maintain project schedules for UAV and eVTOL programs.

Key Responsibilities

Visit assigned

suppliers daily to monitor progress

of machining, fabrication, and assembly activities. Track and report

work-in-progress (WIP)

against planned delivery schedules. Coordinate with supplier shop-floor teams to identify bottlenecks and escalate issues. Submit

daily status reports

on component readiness, delays, or quality concerns. Ensure vendors adhere to agreed timelines for prototypes and production batches. Support vendor audits and quality inspections in coordination with QA teams. Assist in logistics coordination for urgent parts movement. Maintain strong communication between suppliers and the Vendor Development Manager.

Qualifications & Experience

Diploma in Mechanical / Production Engineering

OR

ITI (Machinist, Tool & Die, Fitter, Turner). 1-3 years of experience in

machine shop operations / supplier coordination

(freshers with strong practical exposure may also apply). Basic knowledge of

CNC/VMC machining, fabrication, and manufacturing processes.

Ability to read engineering drawings (basic level). Two-wheeler license

MUST

(for supplier visits).

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong vendor coordination and communication skills. Discipline in reporting daily updates and maintaining logs. Practical understanding of shop-floor processes. Problem-solving mindset and ability to escalate issues proactively. Willingness to travel within industrial areas daily.

Work Environment

On-field role with daily visits to vendor facilities in and around

Chennai/Tamil Nadu & Bangalore

. Reports consolidated daily progress to

Manager - Vendor Development

. Critical support role for ensuring

on-time procurement and supplier readiness

for aerospace programs.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Commuter assistance Flexible schedule Food provided Health insurance Leave encashment Life insurance Provident Fund Work from home
Work Location: In person