Executive Director, Manufacturing & Economic Growth

The University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 152,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington seeks an Executive Director for TMAC, guiding a statewide manufacturing extension network to improve competitiveness and growth. You will provide strategic leadership, engage with universities, industry and workforce partners, and steer initiatives through federal program stewardship and national MEP collaboration.

Ideal candidates bring deep manufacturing leadership, multi-site management experience, and a track record of delivering measurable outcomes in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Extensive leadership with enterprise-level responsibility.
• Experience with programs, grants, or cooperative agreements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute statewide strategic vision and priorities.
• Oversee annual planning, performance metrics, and revenue diversification.
• Lead relationships with manufacturers, associations, and ecosystem partners.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state programs and audit readiness.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration

Job description

The University of Texas at Arlington seeks an Executive Director for TMAC, guiding a statewide manufacturing extension network to improve competitiveness and growth. You will provide strategic leadership, engage with universities, industry and workforce partners, and steer initiatives through federal program stewardship and national MEP collaboration.

Ideal candidates bring deep manufacturing leadership, multi-site management experience, and a track record of delivering measurable outcomes in