Raji Reddy Abbadi
Mason,OH
Summary
Results-driven Aerospace Technologist and Business Development Leader with 20 years in R&D and strategic innovation. Specialized in advanced technology development and industrial problem-solving, enhancing product positioning and driving revenue growth. Proven expertise in aerospace engine design, airline operations, and market research, with a track record of cultivating stakeholder relationships and leading teams to achieve impactful business results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Business Development Manager
GE Aerospace
West Chester, OH
12.2023 - Current
- Implemented FLIGHT DECK to establish standards and enhance business processes.
- Developed strategic partnerships through business process reviews to enhance contract profitability.
- Leading cross-functional teams to align on key business development initiatives and goals.
- Analyze market trends to identify new growth areas and competitive advantages.
- Collaborated with senior management to define strategy objectives and align resources accordingly.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed a team of Business Development Representatives.
- Negotiated commercial terms with clients to maximize profitability.
- Optimized operational processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness in business development.
Senior Customer Program Manager
GE Aviation
Dubai, UAE
01.2019 - 11.2023
- Developed customer engagement strategies that improved program effectiveness and strengthened client relationships.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to align project goals with customer needs.
- Analyzed program data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Managed client accounts throughout entire lifecycle, executing contracts, delivering customer service, and advising on maximizing return from services.
- Developed win-win solutions with partners, handling issues quickly, and providing high level of customer service.
- Developed detailed project plans outlining deliverables, timelines, resources, budget, risks.
- Facilitated workshops with executive leadership teams around strategy and tactics for improving the overall customer experience.
- Monitored performance metrics, including Net Promoter Score and Customer Satisfaction Index, to evaluate and drive success of program initiatives.
- Spearheaded transition of projects from pre-development to design and construction phases by implementing processes and overseeing achievement of milestones.
- Negotiated contracts with external vendors or partners in support of program objectives.
- Built relationships with key stakeholders in order to drive successful execution of strategic initiatives.
- Led brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams aimed at generating new ideas and solutions.
Engineering Program Manager
GE Aviation
Dubai, UAE
04.2014 - 12.2018
- Developed analytics-based maintenance for predictive aircraft engine maintenance, minimizing operational disruptions and enhancing reliability.
- Collaborated with regional universities on dust chemistry analysis, leading to specialized solutions tailored for hot and harsh environments.
- Introduced innovative technologies for sustainability improvements via advanced engine cleaning processes, contributing to environmental goals.
- Implemented AI-based inspection technologies to enhance accuracy and decrease cycle time.
- Led cross-functional teams to oversee engineering project timelines and deliverables.
- Monitored regulatory compliance in aviation engineering projects to ensure adherence to standards.
Sub-section Manager
GE Aviation
Bangalore, India
01.2010 - 03.2014
- Collaborated with upper management to implement innovative technologies that optimized design processes.
- Provided technical guidance on aircraft engine hot section component design and systems integration.
- Led team in delivering aircraft engine component designs for FAA and EASA certification.
- Applied Six Sigma standards to design activities, enhancing cost optimization efforts.
Staff Engineer
GE Aviation
Bangalore, India
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Technical mentor in engineering design optimization, non-linear stress analysis, fatigue/fracture and creep life analysis of mechanical systems of aircraft engine structural hardware
- Led global engineering operations for aircraft structural hardware from Bangalore, India.
- Managed global design, manufacturing, and repair solutions for GEnx CDN structures, ensuring compliance and performance standards.
- Trained and coached participants in mechanical design fundamentals, focusing on bolted joint design and design optimization.
- Coordinated with FAA-DER to establish certification requirements for combustor and high pressure turbine design.
Design Engineer
GE Aviation
Bangalore, India
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Directed team of engineers in GEnx aircraft engine design, enhancing structural component analysis processes.
- Provided technical consultation to global engineers during global assignment.
- Coached Lean Six Sigma, initiating and implementing process improvement events that streamlined workflows.
- Mentored new engineers in Six Sigma tools, enabling successful completion of green belt certification.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology
Kanpur04-2003
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Osmania University
Hyderabad07-2001
Skills
- Mechanical design optimization
- Engine design integration
- FAA/EASA certification
- Genetic algorithms optimization
- Analytics maintenance strategies
- Environmental impact analysis
- Sustainable engine solutions
- Fleet management and operations
- Relationship management
- Strategy development
- Partnerships and ventures
- Contract management
Certification
- Driving Results through Collaborative Leadership.. 2024
- Advanced Negotiating Skills.. 2019
- Presenting with Impact and Clarity.. 2015
- Material Review Board (MRB) Certification.. 2011
- Foundations of GE Leadership.. 2008
- Green Belt DMAIC Program Certificate (Six Sigma).. 2006
Accomplishments
- Customer Game Changers Award from GE Chairman and CEO.. 2018
- Emirates Airlines Impact Award from Emirates Airlines Vice President for delivering Analytics Based Maintenance.. 2017
- ERW-2016 (Engineers Recognition Day) award for Field Service Excellence in Customer Support
- ERD-2014 (Engineers Recognition day) award for Engineering Excellence in GEnx CDN HPT Structures Hardware Ownership
- ERD-2011 (Engineer Recognition Day) award for Engineering Excellence in hardware ownership on GEnx CDN structures cost reduction
- ERD-2009 (Engineers Recognition day) award for product excellence in design and analysis of GEnx CDN/HPT structures
Publications
- Deb, K., Reddy, A.R., Chaudhuri, S. (2007), A reliable classification of gene clusters for cancer samples using a hybrid multi-objective evolutionary procedure. Analysis Of Biological Data: A Soft Computing Approach, 231-257.
- Deb, K., Reddy, A.R. and Singh, G. (2003), Optimal Scheduling of Casting Sequence Using Genetic Algorithms. Journal of Materials and Manufacturing Processes, 18{3}. 409-432.
- Reddy, A.R. and Deb, K. (2003), Identification of Multiple Gene Subsets Using Multi-Objective Evolutionary Algorithms. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Evolutionary Multi-Criterion Optimization (EMO-2003, Portugal), 2632: 623-637.
- Deb, K. and Reddy, A.R.(2003), Classification of Two-Class Cancer Data Reliably Using Evolutionary Algorithms. BioSystems, 72(1-2): 131-147.
- Deb, K. and Reddy, A.R. (2003), Large-Scale Scheduling of Casting Sequences Using a Customized Genetic Algorithm. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Artificial Evolution (EA 2003, France), 2936: 141-152.
Patents
- CUMULATIVE COST MODEL FOR PREDICTING ASSET MAINTENANCE COST FROM DISTRESS MODELS; RM CHAPIN, R REDDY; US Patent 10,782,680
- METHODS FOR EFFLUENT BASED CONDITION ASSESSMENT; D Sachdeva, R Reddy, C Parayalil, A Kaushik, S Shanmukh; US Patent 10,906,670
Affiliations
- GE Aerospace Volunteer: Matthew 25 Ministries - 2024-current
- GE Aerospace Volunteer: Lincoln Heights Farm - 2024-current
Timeline
Senior Business Development Manager
GE Aerospace
12.2023 - Current
Senior Customer Program Manager
GE Aviation
01.2019 - 11.2023
Engineering Program Manager
GE Aviation
04.2014 - 12.2018
Sub-section Manager
GE Aviation
01.2010 - 03.2014
Staff Engineer
GE Aviation
01.2009 - 01.2010
Design Engineer
GE Aviation
01.2005 - 01.2009
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Osmania University