An accomplished business leader with extensive experience in corporate strategy, business transformation and global partnerships, Sharan Mehta leads Samtel’s strategic direction, operational excellence and growth across its Defence & Avionics, Railways and Optronics businesses. He brings a strong track record of scaling engineering enterprises, strengthening international partnerships, and driving sustainable business growth.

Sharan Mehta is the Group President & Chief Strategy Officer at Samtel Avionics, responsible for driving the strategic direction, operational performance and growth of the Group’s Defence & Avionics, Railways and Optronics businesses. Working closely with Managing Director & CEO Puneet Kaura, he leads business strategy, operational excellence, market expansion, and global partnerships, with overall P&L accountability for these businesses.

Mr Sharan Mehta

Group President & Chief Strategy Officer

Sharan brings extensive leadership experience in corporate strategy, business development, business transformation and international market expansion across the aerospace, precision engineering and automotive sectors.

Prior to joining Samtel, he held senior leadership responsibilities within the Raymond Group’s engineering businesses, including JK Maini Global Aerospace and JK Maini Precision Technology. As Chief Strategy & Marketing Officer of JK Maini Global Aerospace, he transformed the aerospace business from an emerging operation into the Group’s largest growth engine, scaling it nearly tenfold while successfully integrating two engineering entities. He also contributed significantly to the strategic integration of Ring Plus Aqua and Maini Precision, aligning their operations, customer relationships, and market strategies.

During his tenure, Sharan managed a business portfolio exceeding USD225 million and developed strategic partnerships with leading global organizations, including GE Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce, Honeywell, Wabtec, Stellantis, and Lockheed Martin.

Earlier in his career, he led international business development at prominent automotive component manufacturers, including Talbros and Pricol, working with major customers across North America, Europe, and Asia.

He also contributed significantly to the strategic integration of Ring Plus Aqua and Maini Precision, aligning their operations, customer relationships, and market strategies.

At Samtel, Sharan also contributes to the Strategic Advisory Council, supporting the Group’s long-term growth ambitions and expansion into emerging technology domains, including Space & Satellite, UAVs, and Drones.

Sharan Mehta is the Group President & Chief Strategy Officer at Samtel Avionics, leading strategic direction, operational excellence, and growth across Defence & Avionics, Railways, and Optronics businesses. He brings extensive leadership experience in corporate strategy, business transformation, international expansion, and business development across aerospace, precision engineering, and automotive sectors.

Sharan holds a Master of Business Administration from NMIMS, Mumbai.

He also contributed significantly to the strategic integration of Ring Plus Aqua and Maini Precision, aligning their operations, customer relationships, and market strategies.