Practice

Aviation & Aerospace

The Aviation & Aerospace industry is undergoing transformation driven by technological advancements, sustainability initiatives, and evolving global demands. Post pandemic, the commercial aviation sector has rebounded strongly, with general and private aviation continuing their rapid growth. The space sector also maintains steady momentum, driven by private industry.

Unmanned aircraft and urban air mobility technologies are attracting investment and expanding applications. Decarbonization efforts are progressing, though suppliers face ongoing growth and supply chain challenges. As the workforce shifts to a new generation, innovative leadership is more essential than ever. Navigating emerging technologies requires agility, foresight, and a strong commitment to sustainable progress.

What We Do

We collaborate with Aviation and Aerospace organizations to secure exceptional talent capable of driving innovation, delivering operational efficiency and precision excellence demanded by this high-stakes industry.

Our suite of services includes:

  • Executive search
  • Leadership consulting
  • Executive assessment
  • Succession planning
  • Talent strategy for technological integration

Our Expertise

Industry Specialties

  • Aircraft Components & Systems
  • Aircraft Manufacturing
  • Aviation Services
  • Commercial Aviation
  • Military/Defense Aerospace
  • Space
  • Unmanned Systems
  • Urban Air Mobility

Functional Specialties

  • Aerospace and Defense Executive
  • Air Traffic Management Expert
  • Board Members
  • Chief Engineer
  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Chief Technology Officer
  • Commercial Aviation Leader
  • Director, Maintenance
  • Director, Paint Operations
  • General Manager
  • Head of Sustainability
  • Management Director
  • Senior Vice President, Air Safety

Practice Team

Michelle Partipilo

Partner

Her experience spans a range of industries and sectors. Michelle specializes in VP, C-suite, and Board-Level searches primarily.

Craig Sabina

Partner

Craig brings a decade of successful talent advisory expertise, specializing in executive roles across diverse sectors.

Mrinalini Singh

Partner

Highly driven and a perfectionist by nature, Mrinalini is committed to her clients, candidates and colleagues.

Faith Sharp

Associate Partner

Faith’s 20 years of Defense and National Security background positions her distinctly as a trusted partner and strategic talent advisor for military, national security industries as well as government contracting companies across diverse competencies, including but not limited to finance, aerospace manufacturing, defense technology, artificial intelligence, and software engineering.  

Kathleen Avery

Partner

Kathleen Avery brings over 25 years of experience in executive search and specializes in technology innovation and digital transformation. 

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