Compaero India Private Limited

Compaero India Private Limited is a trusted Indian backshell manufacturer and supplier of QPL-qualified connector accessories for aerospace, defence, marine, mass transit, and industrial applications.

We specialize in the design and manufacture of AS85049 backshells, supporting major connector standards including MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015 and MIL-DTL-26482. Our product portfolio includes QPL backshells, Shrink boot Adapters, EMI/RFI Shielding Solutions, Cable clamps, Protective covers, and Termination Accessories, many of which are deployed on major qualified aerospace and defence programs worldwide.

Compaero India operates an AS9100D-certified, 100% solar-powered manufacturing facility located in the heart of Kochi, Kerala. With proven capabilities, approved vendor status with leading defence organizations, and a strong focus on quality and sustainability, Compaero India is a reliable backshell and connector accessory manufacturer from India, serving global OEMs and defence customers.

Compaero Facility

Founders & Leadership

Industry Experience That Drives Engineering Excellence

Compaero India Private Limited is led by founders with decades of global experience in aerospace,
defence interconnect systems, and connector accessories, providing strong
technical leadership and long-term strategic direction.

Robert Allen Small
Ranjith Thomas Cyriac
Managing Director

Ranjith Thomas Cyriac is a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) graduate from the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jaipur, India and a Fellow of The Institution of Engineers (India).

With over 25 years of experience in the interconnect and connector accessories industry, he has held senior engineering leadership roles in global organizations. Prior to founding Compaero India, he served as Vice President – Engineering at Compaero, Inc., USA. Earlier, he worked as Global Product Manager and Senior Manager-Design & Development at SOURIAU-SUNBANK Connection Technologies, where he led the development and QPL qualification of connector accessories for aerospace and defence applications.

Robert Allen Small
Robert Allen Small
Director

Robert Allen Small holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing / Marketing Management from Virginia Tech USA and brings more than 25 years of experience in aerospace and defence interconnect markets.

He previously served as Vice President – Sales & Marketing at Compaero, Inc., USA, playing a key role in expanding the company’s global presence across aerospace, defence, and industrial sectors.

In addition to his role as Director of Compaero India Private Limited, he serves as the full-time President of Compaero, Inc., USA, providing strategic leadership, global customer engagement, and operational alignment between US and India operations.

Our Journey

Milestones & Growth

2017

Company Formation

Robert Small and Ranjith Cyriac founded Compaero India Private Limited, focused on the design and sale of connector accessories.

2018

Product Development

Commenced assembly of backshells and dust covers. Began supplying products to customers in USA, Europe, and the UK.

2020

Quality Milestone

Achieved AS9100D certification, meeting global aerospace quality standards.

2023

Strategic Partnerships

Obtained Approved Vendor status with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL).

2024

Global Recognitions

Achieved QPL qualification for Backshells. Began sales of QPL Backshells in India and international markets.

2025

New facility

Opened a new fully solar-powered manufacturing facility in Kochi

2026

International Expansion

Appointed authorized distributors worldwide for QPL Backshells

Industry Accreditations

Recognized for aerospace-grade quality, precision manufacturing, and adherence to global defense standards.

AS9100 & ISO 9001
Make in India
AS9100 & ISO 9001
MSME Registered
MSME Registered