Digital Transformation & Innovation Lead

Tata Advanced Systems Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) seeks a Digital Transformation & Innovation Lead to architect and drive enterprise-wide digital initiatives across manufacturing, engineering and support functions. You will build governance, data strategy, and IT‑OT convergence, delivering measurable ROI and value realization.

Role focuses on process digitisation, AI/ML, IoT, Digital Twin, and innovative platforms, while ensuring security, compliance, and scalable platforms with executive sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 15–18+ years of IT experience in large enterprises.
• Strong exposure to digital transformation programs.
• Hands-on with SAP S/4HANA, RPA, AI/ML, Digital Twin.
• Experience in manufacturing / engineering / infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end digital transformation roadmap across functions.
• Coordinate with plant-IT for Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Quality, Engineering.
• Identify opportunities for process re-engineering through digital technologies.
• Establish enterprise innovation framework with use‑cases, PoCs, pilots, scaled deployment.
• Evaluate and govern adoption of emerging technologies such as AI/ML, IoT, Digital Twin.
• Act as strategic IT partner to business leaders and divisional heads.
• Drive change management, adoption, and capability building.

Skills

Digital transformation

Change management

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Data strategy

IT governance

Education

Engineering / Computer Science / MCA / MBA (Systems / Operations preferred)

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

RPA

AI/ML

Digital Twin

IoT

Job description

Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons, is a significant player in aerospace and defence solutions in India. Tata Advanced Systems offers a comprehensive range of integrated solutions across Aerostructures & Aeroengines, Airborne Platforms & Systems, Defence & Security, and Land Mobility. With the requisite capabilities, resources and scale, Tata Advanced Systems is equipped to deliver end-to-end solutions across the aerospace and defence value chain—from design, engineering and manufacturing to full platform assembly, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), and lifecycle support. Its portfolio spans satellites, missiles, radars, unmanned aerial systems, artillery systems, command and control systems, optronics, homeland security and protected mobility solutions, as well as aircrafts and helicopters

Reporting To:

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Location:

Role Purpose

The Digital Transformation & Innovation Lead is responsible for conceptualising, driving, and institutionalising enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives aligned with business and divisional strategy. The role focuses on process digitisation, technology innovation, IT‑OT convergence, data‑driven decision making, and value realisation, while ensuring governance, security, and regulatory compliance at group level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute end‑to‑end digital transformation roadmap across business functions and coordinate with plant-IT (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Quality, Engineering).
• Identify opportunities for process re‑engineering through digital technologies (ERP optimisation, workflow automation, analytics, AI/ML, low‑code platforms).
• Ensure transformation initiatives are business‑led, value‑driven, and outcomes‑oriented.
• Establish and drive an enterprise innovation framework (use‑case discovery, PoCs, pilots, scale‑up in coordination with divisional heads.
• Evaluate and govern adoption of emerging technologies such as:
• AI / ML & Advanced Analytics
• IoT / Industry 4.0
• Digital Thread / Digital Twin
• Partner with startups, system integrators, OEMs, and academia as required.

3. Business Engagement & Change Enablement

• Act as a strategic IT partner to business leaders and divisional heads.
• Translate business challenges into clear digital solution blueprints.
• Drive change management, adoption, and capability building across users and stakeholders.
• Align transformation initiatives with enterprise architecture, data strategy, and integration standards.
• Drive data use as a strategic asset—dashboards, KPIs, predictive insights.
• Ensure scalability, interoperability, and sustainability of digital platforms.
• Ensure all digital initiatives comply with:
• Cybersecurity & Information Security policies (ISO 27001, CERT‑In)
• Data privacy and data residency requirements
• Internal audit, ITGC, and regulatory guidelines
• Establish stage‑gate governance for digital initiatives (business case, ROI, risk).

6. Benefits Realisation & Metrics

• Define and track clear KPIs, benefits, and ROI for each transformation initiative.
• Periodically report progress, risks, and outcomes to the CIO and senior leadership.
• Prioritised Digital Use‑Case Portfolio
• Successfully scaled digital solutions (from PoC to production & ROI)
• Measurable business outcomes (cost reduction, productivity, visibility, compliance)
• Improved digital maturity across functions

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Engineering / Computer Science / MCA / MBA (Systems / Operations preferred).
• 15–18+ years of IT experience, with strong exposure to digital transformation programs in large enterprises.
• Hands‑on experience with:
• ERP ecosystems (SAP S/4HANA preferred)
• Automation and integration platforms like RPA, AI/ML, Digital Twin, Mobility.
• Prior experience in manufacturing / engineering / infrastructure / PSU environments preferred.
• Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline
• Change leadership and stakeholder management
• Digital initiatives delivering tangible business value
• Strong adoption and sustained usage of digital initiatives.
• Improved organisational digital maturity