ENGINEER - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Sansera Engineering Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Sansera Engineering Limited is seeking an Aerospace Business Development Engineer to support aerospace programs with technical evaluation, costing, and proposal preparation.

You will interpret customer specifications, engage with OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, and coordinate cross-functional teams to drive opportunities and contracts.

Qualifications

• BE/BTech in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 3–5 years of aerospace business development or related experience.
• Strong GD&T interpretation and cost estimation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and analyse aerospace drawings with GD&T and tolerancing.
• Perform accurate costing and estimation for aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Prepare detailed technical and commercial proposals according to customer requirements and standards.
• Carry out CAD modelling, drafting, and configuration studies for proposals and feasibility.
• Evaluate and coordinate special aerospace processes such as heat treatment, surface treatment, NDT, coating, and qualification documentation.
• Liaise with aerospace customers, OEMs, and Tier-1/Tier-2 suppliers for requirements and discussions.
• Support the Business Development team with technical inputs for tenders, RFQs, pricing, and long-term agreements.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare qualification documents including FAI (AS9102) and process qualification.
• Contribute to opportunity mapping, market intelligence, and proposal strategy for aerospace programs.

Skills

GD&T interpretation

Aerospace drawings

CAD modelling

CATIA

NX

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Cost estimation

Proposal preparation

Special processes

Fai AS9102

PPAP-like

Process validation

AS9100 QMS

Documentation

Configuration management

Communication

Business development

Education

BE/BTech in Mechanical / Aeronautical / Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CATIA

NX

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Sansera Engineering Limited

PRIME FUNCTION

To support Aerospace Business Development through technical evaluation, costing & estimation, customer specification interpretation, and coordination of aerospace-specific processes to drive new business opportunities and secure aerospace programs and contracts.

Job Description / Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and analyse aerospace engineering drawings with strong understanding of GD&T and aerospace tolerancing practices.
• Perform accurate costing and estimation for aerospace manufacturing processes including machining, sheet metal, forging, casting, assembly, and precision components.
• Prepare detailed technical and commercial proposals in line with customer requirements and international aerospace standards.
• Carry out CAD modelling, drafting, and configuration studies as required for proposals, feasibility analysis, and value engineering.
• Evaluate and coordinate special aerospace processes such as heat treatment, surface treatment, NDT, coating, and qualification documentation.
• Liaise with aerospace customers, OEMs, and Tier-1/Tier-2 suppliers for requirement understanding, technical clarifications, and project discussions.
• Support the Business Development team with technical inputs for tenders, RFQs, pricing submissions, and long‑term agreements.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare qualification documents including First Article Inspection (FAI – AS9102), process qualification, and support customer and regulatory audits.
• Contribute to opportunity mapping, market intelligence, competitive analysis, and proposal strategy for aerospace programs.

AUTHORITY

• Technical approval authority for costing and estimation inputs for assigned aerospace RFQs.
• Decision‑making authority on CAD models, drawing interpretations, and feasibility assessments for proposals.
• Coordination authority with cross‑functional teams (Engineering, Production, Quality, SCM, Special Processes) for data collection and validation.
• Customer interaction authority for technical discussions, clarifications, and proposal‑related engagements.

JOB SPECIFICATION / COMPETENCY

Qualification

• BE/Diploma BE / B. Tech in Mechanical / Aeronautical / Manufacturing Engineering

Experience

• 3–5 years

Key Competencies

• Strong aerospace drawing reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in CAD modelling and drafting tools (e.g., CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes and associated cost drivers.
• Expertise in estimation, costing, and preparation of technical and commercial proposals.
• Understanding of aerospace special processes, surface treatments, and qualification requirements.
• Ability to interpret and implement customer specifications and international aerospace standards.
• Experience with aerospace qualification documentation such as FAI (AS9102), PPAP-like requirements, and process validations.
• Strong analytical skills, communication ability, and business development mindset.
• Familiarity with AS9100 QMS, configuration management, and documentation practices.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Accuracy, completeness, and turnaround time of costing and estimation submissions.
• Conversion rate of aerospace proposals into confirmed orders or long‑term contracts.
• Quality, compliance, and audit‑readiness of technical submissions and qualification documents.
• Customer satisfaction and effectiveness of technical interactions and support.
• Contribution to new aerospace business opportunities, program wins, and revenue growth.
• Effectiveness of collaboration with internal teams and adherence to project timelines.

Skills

Competencies

• Adapting to Change
• Attentive Listening
• Collaboration and Team building
• Communicating Effectively
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Centricity