About Me


With extensive experience in supply chain industrialization and manufacturing engineering, I’ve successfully led global initiatives aimed at optimizing operational efficiency, strengthening supplier collaboration, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products. My expertise spans key areas such as electric engine and lithium-ion battery assembly, surface mount technology (SMT), high-reliability electronics, and composite material processing. In each of these areas, I have worked closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers to drive continuous improvement and enhance product performance.

Through the integration of automation, advanced assembly techniques, and scalable production methods, I’ve been able to significantly enhance production quality, reduce costs, and shorten time-to-market for new products. By continuously analyzing data from production lines, I’ve identified opportunities for efficiency improvements and implemented process changes that lead to measurable reductions in waste and increased throughput. Additionally, my focus on supplier collaboration has allowed for better forecasting, inventory management, and the seamless integration of new technologies, ensuring that production cycles are as efficient and cost-effective as possible.

  • Value Engineering
    Lean Manufacturing, Process Optimization, Design For Manufacturability (DFM), Cost Build Up Initiative
  • Supplier Management
    Supplier Assessments / Audits, Process Flowdowns, Monitoring KPIs, Root Cause Corrective Action
  • Tools & Software
    3D CAD / GD&T (Solid Works, NX), Microsoft Office, Siemens Teams Center, Agile
  • Quality Standards & Tools
    ISO9001, AS9100, IPC-610, APQP, PPAP, Gauge R&R, FMEA Methodology
  • 2021 - 2024
    Supplier Development Manager at Archer Aviation
  • 2017 - 2020
    Supplier Industrialization Engineer at Gogo
  • 2013 - 2016
    Systems Manufacturing Engineer at Lytron
  • 2008 - 2012
    Manufacturing Engineer at Beacon Power
  • 2006 - 2007
    Process Engineer at Satcon Electronics
  • 2002 - 2005
    Manufacturing Engineer at Leonardo DRS
  • 2015
    MBA, General Management from Clark University
  • 1999
    BS in Industrial Engineering from Northeastern University

My Specialization

Supplier Industrialization Management


Ensuring that suppliers can meet production, quality, and delivery requirements as a company transitions from product development to full-scale manufacturing. It integrates supplier capability assessment, process validation, quality control, and continuous improvement strategies to align supplier performance with business goals.

Acquired Skills

Manufacturing Engineering


Focus on designing, optimizing, and improving manufacturing processes, systems, and equipment to efficiently produce high-quality products. It integrates principles from mechanical, electrical, industrial, and materials engineering to ensure cost-effective, scalable, and sustainable production.

Acquired Skills

Quality Assurance


Ensure that products, services, and processes meet established quality standards and customer expectations. It focuses on preventing defects, rather than detecting them after production, by implementing structured methodologies, standards, and continuous improvement practices.

Acquired Skills

My Work

Printed Circuit Board Assembly

During SMT line downtime, I optimized the production process to meet increased demand for PCBs and implemented a new prototype PCBA. By adjusting machine settings and streamlining workflows, I maintained output levels, while also gaining insights for future prototypes.

Electric Engine Assembly

Conducted Design for Manufacturing (DFM) analysis on powertrain components to optimize production efficiency and reduce defects. Collaborated with suppliers to identify design improvements and process adjustments, enhancing manufacturability and reliability.

Composite Processing

Guided a composite supplier through the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), using PFMEA & SPC to analyze failure modes. Implemented root cause corrective actions, to improve process control, ensure quality compliance and resolve production issues.

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Contact Me

sebastiankokar@gmail.com

508-439-0601

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