Aerospace Technical Head

Entity : The Africa Center of Manufacturing Excellence (ACME) is a leading advanced manufacturing hub specializing in Advanced Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, automation, and tooling. It operates as a center of excellence at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) and is structured as a consortium that brings together leading industrial companies.

▶️Mission:

▪️Lead and define the technical vision and innovation roadmap of ACME to establish the center as a world-class reference in advanced manufacturing and industrial innovation.

▪️The Technical Head will oversee the development and execution of technical programs, R&D initiatives, industrial partnerships, and technology platforms while ensuring alignment with ACME’s strategic objectives and industrial impact mission.

▶️Key Responsibilities:

▪️Define and execute ACME’s technical and innovation strategy.

▪️Develop long-term technology roadmaps aligned with industrial and academic priorities.

▪️Position ACME as a recognized leader in advanced manufacturing and industrial innovation.

▪️Lead multidisciplinary R&D programs and technical initiatives.

▪️Ensure successful execution of research projects from concept through industrial implementation.

▪️Support technology transfer from laboratory environments to industrial applications.

▪️Define equipment, infrastructure, and technology investment needs.

▪️Ensure technical excellence, operational efficiency, and compliance with quality and safety standards.

▪️Support collaborative projects with national and international stakeholders.

▪️Participate in technical reviews, industrial workshops, and strategic innovation discussions.

▪️Lead and mentor engineering, technical, and research teams.

▪️Foster a high-performance culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and execution.

▪️Support recruitment, coaching, and development of technical talent.

▪️Participate in ACME executive leadership and strategic planning activities.

▪️Monitor technical budgets, project performance, and KPIs.

▪️Establish technical governance, methodologies, and best practices.

▪️Ensure alignment between technical activities and business objectives.

▶️Qualifications and Experience:

▪️PhD or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering or Engineering, or closely related area required.

▪️10 years experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams and complex industrial projects in an aerospace environment.

▪️Experience working with industrial partners and applied research programs.

▪️Ability to lead projects from concept to execution to conclusion is required.

▪️Strong communication and documentation skills in English. Fluency in French would be a plus.

▶️ City :

Nouaceur (Morocco)