Vice President, R&d - Americas

Hexcel

Salt Lake City, UT, USA
15+ years r&d leadership experience
Deep expertise in composites and resin systems
Proven record of delivering innovative products
This role sits at the intersection of science, creativity, customer collaboration, and execution to transform bold ideas into commercially successful solutions

Job Summary

  • This role sits at the intersection of science, creativity, customer collaboration, and execution to transform bold ideas into commercially successful solutions.
  • The selected individual will lead the Americas Research & Development organization, including people, facilities, portfolios, and budgets.
  • Hexcel is a global leader in advanced composites technology and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Matching Summary

This role sits at the intersection of science, creativity, customer collaboration, and execution to transform bold ideas into commercially successful solutions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years R&D leadership experience
  • Deep expertise in composites and resin systems
  • Proven record of delivering innovative products
  • Strong customer and global leadership acumen

Nice-to-have

  • Mentor high-performing technical teams
  • Champion culture of innovation and accountability
  • Balance near-term business with long-term strategy

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required; PhD strongly preferred
  • Field: Materials Science, Chemistry, or Engineering
  • Must be a U.S. citizen due to government regulations

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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