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How to Become an Aviation Professional

Textron seeks career changers at a trade show for women in the workforce. Textron Aviation
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Key Takeaways:

  • The aviation and aerospace industry is actively recruiting professionals from unrelated fields to meet growing demand for diverse skill sets.
  • Companies are seeking transferable business expertise, such as in supply chain management, rather than solely industry-specific experience.
  • Key high-demand executive roles identified for outside talent include Customer Experience Officer (CXO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and Big-Data Specialists.
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Opportunities for advancement in aviation and aerospace aren’t only for those within the industry, says executive recruiter Rod McDermott, whose firm is searching for professionals from unrelated fields interested in aviation and ready for a career change.

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