Georg B. Schleiermacher

“Transformation isn’t a trend – it’s a necessity.
Without courage and clear leadership, it’s just an empty buzzword.”

Industries are facing profound changes. Technological advancements, economic uncertainties, and growing sustainability demands require more than adaptation.

They call for leadership that drives innovation, engages people, and builds trust in the future.

With over 25 years of experience in aerospace and deep-tech industries, I help companies to:

– negotiate strategic collaborations,

– lead international teams to success.

– enhance efficiency in complex organizations,

– solve technical challenges,

– commercialize innovative technologies,

My approach combines precise technical expertise with the ability to inspire people for change – enabling transformations that deliver real impact.

Whether through interim management or executive consulting, I provide targeted support for strategic and operational challenges.

Let’s work together to create solutions that truly make an impact.

Transformation begins with visions, leadership with expertise.

My motivation is to deliver not just results, but impactful, transformative solutions in high-stakes environments. With over 25 years in aerospace and deep-tech, I bring a relentless focus on innovation and an unwavering commitment to excellence, particularly in sectors where precision and breakthrough thinking are essential.

My approach is simple: blend strategic leadership with deep technical expertise to drive competitive advantage for businesses ready to excel. This isn’t about just filling a role; it’s about setting a new benchmark in leadership and technological prowess for organizations poised to redefine their industries.

I offer interim management and executive advisory services to strategically support companies in their operational and strategic challenges.

Let’s shape the future together!

Georg B. Schleiermacher, Founder and CTO

Since 2015, I have been working with clients from various industries, including engineering, design, finance, and services. Depending on the tasks at hand, I operate as either a management consultant or as an interim CTO (Chief Technology Officer).

Resume:

Expert in Deep-Tech, aviation, and propulsion, with over 25 years of experience in the engine industry. Over the last 1.5 years, I served as the CTO for a Hyperloop company. My internationally oriented career encompasses all aspects of aircraft engines, from pre-development through certification to the in-service phase, aftermarket, and repair. As a Technical Program Director, I closely collaborated with the world’s top five engine manufacturers in “Risk and Revenue Share” programs.

• CTO at Zeleros Hyperloop in Valencia, Spain, since January 2023.
• 24 years at MTU AeroEngines in Munich, in various roles, locations, and leadership positions.
• Cranfield University: Gas Turbine Technology, obtaining a Master of Science degree.
• University HAW Hamburg: Aircraft Vehicle Design. Fokus on aerodynamics, lightweight construction, structure, and aircraft design, leading to a Diplom Ingenieur degree.

My Keywords

Efficiency: Leverage my skills precisely when and how you need them. I offer this in temporary leadership of your engineering department, leading innovative product development projects, and optimizing knowledge transfer as an interim CTO.

Leadership: In times of repositioning or crisis, team acceptance is crucial for long-term success. With my experience as a disciplinary lead in various roles and sizes, I provide the necessary leadership.

External Perspective: My experiences in commercial and military engine programs, extensive international deployments, and intensive involvement in a deep-tech startup enable me to draw from diverse perspectives and benefit from a broad range of international experiences.

Engineering/Technology: As a long-time technical program leader of one of the largest current engine programs, I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with various engineering disciplines: structural mechanics, strength, aerodynamics, materials science, design organization, air and oil systems, repair development, etc.

Values: My commitment and passion are defined by values. Trust, integrity, honesty, as well as humanity and intercultural competence form the cornerstones of my work. Combined with solid technical expertise, these values create a robust foundation for sustainable collaboration.

Detailed Resume and more Information – see LinkedIn