Boeing India Appoints Stacie Sire as New Vice President and Managing Director of Engineering & Technology Center!

Boeing India has announced the appointment of Stacie Sire as the new Vice President and Managing Director of Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center (BIETC), and Chief Engineer for Boeing India. With a career spanning 27 years at Boeing, Sire brings extensive expertise in structural engineering and program leadership to her new role. Based in Bengaluru, Sire takes over the reins from Ahmed Elsherbini, who has transitioned to a global engineering leadership position within Boeing.

In her new position, Sire will be responsible for guiding the strategic direction of Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center (BIETC), enhancing operational efficiency, and upholding engineering excellence across the center. This includes overseeing the continued development of Boeing’s India-based engineering teams, ensuring they are aligned with global aerospace and defense innovation standards. Sire’s leadership will also play a key role in integrating local operations with Boeing’s broader global engineering network.

Sire’s career at Boeing has been distinguished by her significant contributions to major aircraft platforms, including the 787, 767, and 777. She has gained invaluable experience in managing engineering for fabrication across 20 global manufacturing units, where she oversaw engineering support and integration. Her deep understanding of complex engineering challenges and her hands-on experience with various aircraft systems make her well-positioned to lead Boeing India’s engineering operations as the company continues to expand in the region.

Before assuming her new role, Sire had worked in numerous engineering leadership positions, starting as a structural engineer and progressively advancing into management roles across loads, dynamics, and systems integration. Her leadership experience spans a wide range of areas, including airframe engineering, propulsion structures, and production systems, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of both technical and operational aspects of aerospace engineering.

With her appointment, Boeing reinforces its commitment to strengthening its engineering presence in India, a country that has become increasingly important to the company’s global growth strategy. As the aerospace and defense industry continues to evolve, Boeing India’s role is expected to grow in significance, and Sire’s leadership will be key in driving this development. She will also be instrumental in ensuring that Boeing’s engineering operations in India continue to be at the forefront of technology and innovation.

Boeing’s continued investment in its India-based engineering operations reflects the company’s strategy to leverage local expertise and capabilities to support its expanding global customer base. By focusing on developing India’s engineering talent and infrastructure, Boeing is not only strengthening its presence in the region but also helping drive the country’s position in the global aerospace and defense industries.

Sire’s appointment highlights Boeing’s ongoing efforts to foster strong leadership in its global operations and ensure that its teams are equipped to meet the challenges of the future. As Boeing India continues to contribute to the company’s engineering excellence and innovation, Sire’s leadership will be crucial in shaping its future growth and ensuring continued success in the highly competitive aerospace sector.