Challenge: A 600-employee, PE-owned aerospace composites manufacturer entered a high-growth phase after two acquisitions. They needed a Director of Engineering to unify teams, maintain performance, and expand from build-to-print to design-and-build capabilities.
The hire would report to and work closely with a respected President of 25 years, making cultural fit and leadership presence vital.
Strategy: Aerosource conducted a thorough discovery process with senior leaders and engineering stakeholders to define the leadership profile needed to align teams across three locations.
We targeted experienced aerospace engineering executives with composite expertise and a track record of cross-functional leadership. The focus: inspire dispersed teams and collaborate with operations, sales, and the PE board.
In short order, we delivered a focused and highly qualified slate of candidates. The finalist had 20+ years of relevant industry experience, leadership, and business fluency.
Results: Since onboarding, the new leader has standardized NPI processes, aligned design systems, and driven new contract opportunities. Described by the PortCo President as a strong hire, this placement was one of five critical searches completed for the client, including Director of Engineering, Director of IT, Program Manager, Business Development Manager, and Senior Manufacturing Engineer, as part of a dedicated package. Each role was successfully filled, maintaining a 100% success rate and solidifying Aerosource’s role as a trusted talent partner.