𝗦 S 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗱 serves as the **Project Director – Gaganyaan** at the **Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), ISRO**, where he leads one of India’s most ambitious and strategically significant space missions—the **Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Programme**.

With extensive experience in aerospace engineering, launch vehicle systems, and complex mission management, he has played a pivotal role in advancing India’s space capabilities through the successful planning, development, integration, and execution of critical space programs. His leadership has been instrumental in coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing mission-critical technologies, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and reliability.

As Project Director for Gaganyaan, S. Vinod oversees the end-to-end execution of India’s first indigenous human spaceflight mission, driving collaboration across ISRO centers, industry partners, and national stakeholders to realize the nation’s vision of human space exploration.

A respected leader in systems engineering and large-scale project execution, he is recognized for his commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and transformational leadership. His work continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and project professionals while contributing significantly to India’s growing stature in the global space community.