Chakradhar Pedanayuni
Mobile ,USA
Summary
Manufacturing , Quality & Industrial Engineer with 4+ years of experience in die casting, automotive, and aerospace manufacturing. Currently a Process Quality Engineer at Airbus, driving QCM Control Plans, PFMEA, and APQP for the A320 and RVP programs. Skilled in defining inspection criteria, managing key characteristics, and aligning with AIPI/IPDA standards. Proven ability to lead root cause analysis, defect prevention, and supplier collaboration while ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 and ASME standards. Strong command of statistical tools (Minitab, Cp/Cpk) and recognized for improving quality, process reliability, and cross-functional integration in high-volume manufacturing.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Quality Engineer
Alten Technology USA
07.2025 - Current
- Lead the development and maintenance of QCM Control Plans for A320 and RVP programs, ensuring alignment with APQP, AIPI, IPDA, and IATF 16949 standards.
- Conduct PFMEA reviews to identify potential risks, define mitigation strategies, and ensure robust manufacturing processes.
- Define and validate inspection criteria (Level 1, 2, 3) and ensure traceability of Key Characteristics (KCs) and Critical To Inspection (CTI) points.
- Collaborate with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supplier Quality teams to drive risk reduction, defect prevention, and process compliance.
- Utilize SAP (CP Tool, PEA, PAM) and Normaster/Airina to manage documentation, routings, and long-text SOIs for process standardization.
Process Engineer (Project Coordinator)
Vayan Group
02.2025 - Current
- Led quality control and inspection strategies for metal components, improved Cp, and reduced critical defects by 15%.
- Supported root cause analysis for die wear and surface defects using FMEA and the 5 Whys.
- Coordinated die change initiatives to enhance dimensional accuracy and surface finish compliance.
- Liaised with suppliers and plant SPW teams to ensure alignment with engineering change goals.
Senior Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Samkrg Pistons and Rings Limited
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Directed RCA and CAPA for piston die defects, ensuring ISO 9001 and IATF compliance.
- Supported transition and maintenance of current model dies, reducing production losses by 10%.
- Conducted surface defect reviews and static evaluations during batch inspections.
Manufacturing Engineer
Rastriya Ispat Nigam Limited
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Led die casting operations, improving die lifecycle through optimized tooling and process modifications.
- Collaborated with die vendors and internal teams for model-based feasibility studies and change reviews.
- Used AutoCAD to assess die design conformance and incorporated feedback into MCN documentation.
Quality Engineer
Steel Plant, RINL
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Conducted failure and stress analysis on steel dies used in forming operations.
- Developed risk mitigation models and supported defect classification in line with plant engineering teams.
Manufacturing Engineer Intern – Tool Procurement
Samkrg Piston
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Coordinated procurement for die components and tool refurbishment tracking.
- Managed vendor communication and logistics for production-critical tooling components.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Lovely Professional University
05-2019
Skills
- SAP Airbus
- QCM Control Plans & PFMEA (A320, RVP Programs)
- Normaster
- AIRINA
- CATIA V5
- Root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa)
- Process optimization and statistical analysis
- APQP, AIPI, IPDA & IATF 16949 Compliance
- Quality systems: ISO 9001, ISO 14001
- Process improvement
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Continuous Improvement & Zero-Defect Culture
- Process mapping
- AS9100 and EASA/FAA
- Surface and dimensional defect analysis
- Engineering change management (ECN/MCN)
- Cp/Cpk analysis and statistical process control
- FMEA, PFMEA, APQP, CAPA,5S
- ERP, AutoCAD, SolidWorks
- Minitab, Python (basic), DMAIC
Certification
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt – Kennesaw State University
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems (Knowledge Level)
- Completed Training in: IATF 16949, 8D Problem Solving, APQP, PPAP, FMEA.
- Application of Non-destructive Testing in Industrial Sectors.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training and Certification
Timeline
Process Quality Engineer
Alten Technology USA
07.2025 - Current
Process Engineer (Project Coordinator)
Vayan Group
02.2025 - Current
Senior Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Samkrg Pistons and Rings Limited
03.2022 - 08.2022
Manufacturing Engineer
Rastriya Ispat Nigam Limited
09.2021 - 03.2022
Quality Engineer
Steel Plant, RINL
07.2020 - 09.2021
Manufacturing Engineer Intern – Tool Procurement
Samkrg Piston
06.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Lovely Professional University
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of New Haven
Professional Industrial engineer
Manufacturing | Quality | Die Engineering
Projects & Research
Retractable Stopper Lift/Lower Problem
- DMAIC-based project to analyze mechanical reliability at steel plant.
Warehouse Location Problem – Amazon
- Developed an inventory optimization and tracking model using Excel and SQL.
Catapult Performance Optimization
- Applied design of experiments to optimize projectile motion with 3D-printed components.
McDonald’s Service System Simulation
- Modeled queue systems to identify wait time reduction strategies.
BAJA Vehicle Steering Design
- Engineered and simulated off-road vehicle steering using SolidWorks.
Die Process Optimization at Samkrg Pistons
Industry Project
- Analyzed die casting defects using Fishbone diagrams, Pareto analysis, and FMEA.
- Introduced real-time inspection feedback loops for piston ring production; reduced die-related scrap by 12%.
Note:
- Available for relocation or on-site assignments.
- Ready for overtime work when required.
- Participated in multiple DMAIC-based optimization projects
- Experienced with launch support, PFMEA sessions, and supplier collaboration
Education and Training
other,other
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