Meet Pompayya H.M. – Shaping the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing in India

In today’s fast-evolving industrial landscape, leaders who can blend vision, execution, and people-first values are rare. One such leader is Pompayya H.M., a seasoned operations professional with over two decades of cross-industry experience spanning aerospace, healthcare, automotive, renewable energy, and heavy engineering.

Currently serving as the Director of Operations & Factory Head at Skat Vyom Pvt. Ltd., Pompayya is spearheading a transformative journey  establishing a state-of-the-art Greenfield UAV manufacturing plant in Bengaluru. This pioneering project aligns seamlessly with the Government of India’s “Make in India for the World” mission, setting new benchmarks in indigenous aerospace manufacturing.

A Career Built on Operational Excellence

Across his career, Pompayya has successfully driven large-scale transformation and operational excellence at some of the world’s most respected organizations, including Collins Aerospace, GE Healthcare, Eaton Aerospace, and Philips Healthcare. Whether it’s turning around underperforming operations, scaling production with agility, or implementing world-class quality systems, his track record speaks volumes.

His expertise spans Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, digital manufacturing, and cost optimization  strategies that not only drive efficiency but also build resilience in today’s competitive manufacturing environment.

Leadership with Impact

What truly distinguishes Pompayya is his people-first leadership style. Recognized among India’s Top 100 Great People Managers (2023) by the Economic Times & GMI, he is known for building high-performance, cross-functional teams that thrive on innovation, safety, and sustainability.

From conceptualizing and delivering greenfield projects to championing data-driven decision making, Pompayya has consistently demonstrated the ability to navigate complexity with clarity and purpose. His leadership is not just about meeting operational goals — it’s about shaping the future of industries.

Driving the UAV Revolution at Skat Vyom

At Skat Vyom Pvt. Ltd., Pompayya is leading a project that has the potential to redefine India’s place in the global aerospace ecosystem:

• Establishing a cutting-edge UAV manufacturing plant

• Driving technology transfer and collaborations with international projects for advanced drone systems

• Building a Centre of Excellence powered by a world-class team

• Embedding a culture of innovation, operational agility, and excellence

A Vision for the Future

Pompayya H.M. embodies the next chapter of Indian manufacturing leadership  one that is globally competitive, locally rooted, and innovation-driven. His journey inspires not just those in aerospace, but leaders across industries who are striving to build sustainable, future-ready organizations.

As he leads the charge in creating indigenous UAV manufacturing capabilities, Pompayya continues to set an example of what it means to be a transformational leader in today’s world.

Stay Connected

Want to explore more about Pompayya’s leadership journey or connect professionally?

Here’s his profile on Global HR Community, where he shares insights and expertise in operations and people leadership:
Pompayya H.M. | Operations and Factory Head – GHRC Directory : https://globalhrcommunity.com/directory/pompayya-h-m/