Aviation Growth Podcast

EP #019 - Jay Gallagher - Aviation Search Group


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For episode 019, we link up with Jay Gallagher, Managing Director at Aviation Search Group. Jay started his career in aviation in the United States Airforce, as a Crew Chief / Staff Sergeant on the B-1 bomber. He has an A&P, IA, and Private Pilot’s license, and has over 11+ years of experience in management, aircraft management/maintenance, and flight ops in various sectors to include defense, air ambulance, corporate Part 91 &135, 145 repair stations, and 141 flight schools. He recently joined the Aviation Search Group team in 2021.

Aviation Search Group is a search firm that specializes in executive and technical search programs for the aviation industry.  They create a strategic partnership by creating a customized search program that focuses on partners’ requirements while utilizing their internal recruiting resources.

In this episode, Greg and Jay discuss:

  • Jay’s career progression into aviation recruiting
  • The benefits of working with a search firm to fill new positions
  • Today’s obstacles for employers looking to hire new talent
  • Industry changes to salaries and compensation packages
  • Geographic hotspots for Aviation opportunities
  • Estimated “costs” of bad hires
  • Recommendations for candidates ready to explore new opportunities
  • Working with veterans to find a career in Aviation
  • The power of LinkedIn for career progression
  • To connect with Jay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-gallagher-1987glhs/

    To learn more about Aviation Search Group: https://aviationsearchgroup.com

    To follow Aviation Search Group on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aviation-search-group/

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