Model-Based Digital Thread and Digital Twin technologies for Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 Architecture

Jayendra ‘Jay’ Ganguli ,  is the Associate Director at Pratt & Whitney / RTX, leading initiatives in Model-Based Digital Thread and Digital Twin technologies for Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 Architecture.

With over 30 years of experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry, his career spans leadership roles at GE Aviation, Boeing (Space and Commercial Aviation), and RTX/Pratt & Whitney. His work centers on advancing digital transformation across Systems Engineering, Design, Manufacturing, and MRO.

He actively contributes to industry standards and interoperability efforts through STEP ISO 10303 and the AIAA, where he serves as Co-Chair of the Digital Twin Committee and co-author of multiple AIAA publications on Digital Threads and Twins. His presentation will highlight recent AIAA research and address current challenges in Digital Thread and Twin integration for A&D from architectural, vendor strategy, and OEM perspectives.