IEEE AESS Tunisia Chapter Launches First Mentorship Program to Empower Young Engineers
The IEEE Aerospace & Electronic Systems Society (AESS) Tunisia Chapter proudly launched its inaugural Mentorship Program in June 2025, marking a significant step toward empowering the next generation of engineers, researchers, and students in aerospace, drones, and embedded systems. Designed to foster technical excellence, leadership skills, and innovation, the program provided mentees with direct guidance from experienced professionals while encouraging hands-on project development in emerging technological domains.
Three dedicated mentors guided the participants throughout the program, ensuring personalized support and robust technical learning. Mr. Amine Ellouze, an expert in embedded systems and autonomous UAVs, Mr. Wassim Arfa, a specialist in AI-driven drone applications, and Mr. Moataz Harrazi, a leader in robotics, drone innovation, and system integration, worked closely with teams of motivated young engineers. Under their mentorship, mentees developed practical skills, collaborated on real-world projects, and honed their abilities to prepare professional presentations and technical documentation.
The program culminated in the creation of three flagship drone-based projects. One team developed a Fire Detection System, leveraging drones equipped with thermal cameras and AI-based smoke detection algorithms to enhance early wildfire detection and improve environmental monitoring and disaster prevention. Another team focused on CO₂ and Solar Potential Mapping, using UAVs to collect environmental data for assessing carbon emissions and solar energy potential, providing actionable insights for urban planning and renewable energy optimization. A third team worked on Smart Agriculture and Precision Farming, employing drones for crop health assessment, soil moisture monitoring, and optimized irrigation strategies, supporting sustainable agricultural practices and food security through AI-assisted solutions.
The first edition of the IEEE AESS Tunisia Mentorship Program successfully enhanced mentees’ technical knowledge in UAVs, AI, and embedded systems while also fostering leadership, communication, and project management skills. It created a collaborative environment that connected mentors, Young Professionals, and students, and resulted in innovative, demonstrable projects that address real-world challenges. By combining technical training with hands-on project experience, the program exemplifies IEEE AESS Tunisia Chapter’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of innovators in aerospace and electronic systems.
