Aarthi Balu
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic professional with over a decade of expertise in Component Engineering and Obsolescence Management, offering a robust skill set that drives product longevity and seamless integration. Proficient in analyzing and dispositioning PCN/PDNs, and adept at recommending Form Fit Functional (FFF) alternatives to enhance operational efficiency. Extensive experience conducting Tin Whisker Assessments (TWA) and ensuring compliance with RoHS and REACH regulations, complemented by thorough BOM analysis and effective management of parts within the Global Component Database. Equipped with advanced knowledge of industry-leading tools such as Mentor Graphics, IHS Engineering Tool, and Silicon Expert, along with a strong background in Component Database Management and process optimization through VBA macros, making a significant impact on any team focused on excellence in component engineering and lifecycle management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Experienced Electronic Parts Management Engineer
Boeing
09.2024 - Current
- Led new part selection, approval, and qualification for electronic components across multiple programs using intensive, comprehensive analysis to ensure fit, form, and function.
- Prepared and presented detailed part justification packages and technical explanations to Parts Control Board (PCB) meetings, driving timely approvals and risk awareness.
- Conducted alternate-component risk analyses using parametric Form‑Fit‑Function (FFF) methodology to identify and qualify viable substitutes.
- Managed Supplier Part Change Notifications (SPCNs): centrally logged, reviewed, and dispositioned notifications based on program severity and global compliance requirements.
- Executed obsolescence management for aircraft systems by identifying at-risk components (NRFND, EOL, discontinued), developing proactive and reactive mitigations, and documenting alternate component selections and stock-impact analyses using standardized templates.
- Designed and deployed an obsolescence dashboard to consolidate data across products and stock levels, delivering a holistic product-health view that informed leadership mitigation decisions.
- Architected and launched the Common Parts Information Management System (CPIMS) to standardize part data across the business unit, integrating parametric component data from third‑party obsolescence tools to accelerate engineer search and selection.
Senior Lead Engineer
Collins Aerospace
07.2012 - 08.2024
- Participating in design reviews to implement Component Selection and standardization per REI (Robust Electronics Initiative) guidelines, ensuring adherence to Military/Aerospace standards.
- Assisting the design team in selecting components that are Qualified and approved components for Military/Aerospace standards.
- Created and managing Vendor Item Controlled drawings in Team Center, ensuring effective management of internal part numbering schemes aligned with manufacturer part numbers.
- Maintaining and monitoring parts in the Global Component Database within DMS Desktop (Mentor Graphics) to ensure accurate database management.
- Hands-on experience in creating and releasing BoM (Bill of Materials) in Team Center, including timely revision updates.
- Proficient in performing modifications and updates to parts, drawings, and BoM through Change Management processes using Agile - ECOS (Engineering Change Orders) and Team Center - CR/CO (Change Request/Change Order), closely monitoring their implementation.
- Expertise in BOM Analysis and Obsolescence Management, reviewing and analyzing Part Requests from the Design team, and providing suggestions for alternate parts that align with project needs.
- Conducting periodic forecasts of obsolescence for electrical and electronic components used in various product assemblies.
- Collecting and analyzing crucial information from IHS Engineering Tool and Silicon Expert to prepare comprehensive Obsolescence Health review reports for multiple Strategic Business Units.
- Proficient in selecting Form Fit Function (FFF) alternates for End-of-Life (EOL), NRFND, and Discontinued parts based on project requirements.
- Established close working relationships with Manufacturers to ascertain component availability, particularly for custom-made or non-standard components.
- Identifying cost-effective FFF alternates for parts with extended lead times and single sourcing, ensuring efficient supply chain management.
- Conducting Tin Whisker Assessment, provided alternate suggestions, performed Weight Analysis, and conducted RoHS and REACH Analysis for all components.
- Conducting REI (Robust Electronics Initiative) analysis of input Bill of Materials and provided FFF alternates for non-standard parts, adhering to REI guidelines.
- Analyzing and processing PCN/PDNs received from manufacturers and other sources, collaborating with stakeholders to develop mitigations and update associated Bill of Materials as required.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering
PSG College of Technology
M. Tech - Embedded Systems
BITS Pilani WILP Program
Skills
- Obsolescence Management
- PCN/PDN Disposition
- Alternate Sourcing
- Tin Whisker Assessment
- Restriction Of Hazardous Substances Directive (ROHS) Compliance
- Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction Of Chemicals (REACH) Regulations
- Change Management
- Teamcenter PLM
- Agile PLM
- VBA Excel Macros
- MS Access Database
Languages
Tamil
English
Kannada
Timeline
Experienced Electronic Parts Management Engineer
Boeing
09.2024 - Current
Senior Lead Engineer
Collins Aerospace
07.2012 - 08.2024
M. Tech - Embedded Systems
BITS Pilani WILP Program
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering
PSG College of Technology