ATLANTA, GA - Aug 06, 2025 - Jeh Aerospace, an Atlanta-based aerospace manufacturing startup with advanced facilities in Hyderabad, India, announced, that it has raised $11 million in a Series A funding round led by Elevation Capital, with participation from existing investor General Catalyst. Following a $2.75 million seed round in January 2024 and an undisclosed investment from IndiGo Ventures in July 2025, total funding reaches approximately $15 million. Founded in 2022 by former Tata Group executives Vishal R. Sanghavi and Venkatesh Mudragalla, Jeh specializes in high-precision aerospace and defense manufacturing, leveraging AI, robotics, and software-defined processes. Having delivered over 100,000 flight-critical components and secured $100 million in long-term contracts, Jeh is addressing bottlenecks in the $100 billion aerospace component market.
The $11 million Series A, led by Elevation Capital and backed by General Catalyst, will drive Jeh’s expansion. The funds will support:
- Mega Factories: Expanding production capacity in Hyderabad to serve global OEMs and suppliers.
- Technology Advancement: Enhancing AI, IoT, and robotics for scalable, reliable manufacturing.
- Workforce Expansion: Growing the 100+ person team to 200 within six months, with partnerships with IITs and NITs.
- Global Reach: Strengthening U.S.-India operations to serve clients like GS Precision and RH Aero.
| Funding Round | Amount | Year | Lead Investors | Supporting Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seed | $2.75M | 2024 | General Catalyst | Pratyush Kumar, Dwarakanath Srinivasan |
| Series A | $11M | 2025 | Elevation Capital | General Catalyst, IndiGo Ventures (undisclosed) |
| Total Raised | ~$15M | – | – | – |
CEO Vishal R. Sanghavi stated, “We are redefining aerospace manufacturing with software-driven precision, ensuring high-quality parts are delivered reliably and on time. This funding will allow us to build mega factories and enhance our technology while delivering exceptional value to global customers.”
Jeh Aerospace’s Technology
Jeh’s software-defined manufacturing integrates AI, robotics, and IoT to produce flight-critical metallic components for aero engines and aerostructures, meeting AS9100 standards. Key features include:
- AI and Automation: Reduces new product introduction times by 10x, enhancing precision and agility.
- IoT and Robotics: Streamlines production, addressing aircraft order backlogs of 15,700 units.
- Friend-Shoring Model: Combines India’s engineering talent with U.S. market proximity.
- Jeh Centre of Aerospace Skills: Trains engineers and technicians for high-precision tasks.
With over 300,000 square feet of manufacturing space and 175+ CNC machines in Hyderabad, Jeh serves U.S.-based Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, delivering 100,000+ components with $100 million in contracts.
Leadership and Expertise
Founded by Vishal R. Sanghavi (ex-COO, Tata Boeing Aerospace) and Venkatesh Mudragalla (ex-Tata Sikorsky Aerospace), Jeh leverages decades of industry experience. Strategic advisors include former Boeing, Airbus, and GE Aerospace leaders like Pratyush Kumar. The dual-location model aligns with U.S.-India tech initiatives like iCET, tapping Hyderabad’s aerospace hub alongside Boeing and Lockheed Martin.
Industry Impact and Challenges
The $100 billion aerospace component market faces supply chain constraints, with 15,700 aircraft orders pending. Jeh’s technology-driven approach and friend-shoring model address these, serving clients like GS Precision. Challenges include geopolitical risks and competition from U.S. Tier 2 suppliers like JJG Aero. Jeh mitigates these through its QMS, AS9100 compliance, and academic partnerships to address talent shortages.
Stakeholder Perspectives
Ashray Iyengar of Elevation Capital said, “Jeh’s software-defined manufacturing model addresses a fundamental challenge in the industry—the need for both precision and agility.”
Akarsh Shrivastava of General Catalyst noted, “Jeh exemplifies Global Resilience, strengthening supply chains through responsible innovation.”
Future Outlook
Jeh plans to expand Hyderabad facilities, targeting a 10x production increase by 2027. Partnerships with IITs and IndiGo Ventures will drive talent and growth, aiming for $500 million in contracts by 2028.
Source : Jeh Aerospace
