What Does an Aviation Executive Search Firm Do, and Who Should You Trust With Airline Hiring?
AVIATION EMPLOYERS
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Whether you operate a corporate flight department, regional carrier, MRO facility, or FBO, Frontline connects you with pre-screened aviation professionals who hold the right certifications, ratings, and type experience for your aircraft fleet. Direct hire, contract-to-hire, or contract coverage.
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Successful Direct Hire Placements and Counting
Retention in Placed Role or Promoted within 1st Year
Placement totals and retention-related figures are based on internal placement tracking by Frontline Source Group. Public review ratings are sourced from independent third-party review platforms.
5 Year Placement Warranty InfoUpdated on 09/01/26
WHO WE ARE
Frontline Source Group: Aviation Executive Search Since 2004
The aviation industry demands leaders who can navigate labor shortages, FAA regulations, safety mandates, and the volatility of fuel markets and economic cycles, all while delivering world-class service and identifying new technologies that give their organization a competitive edge.
Frontline Source Group has provided unparalleled staffing solutions for more than two decades. Our executive recruiters carry a proven track record of finding and placing top-level aviation leaders, from Chief Operating Officers and Vice Presidents of Sales to Corporate Controllers, across business aviation, commercial carriers, and MRO operations.
Recognized as one of the staffing industry's leading executive search firms since 2004, we have completed 5,619+ placements with a 98.94% executive retention rate. Our confidence in our process is so strong that every direct hire placement is backed by our industry-first 5-Year Placement Warranty.
OUR AVIATION EXECUTIVE STAFFING SPECIALISTS
Meet Your Aviation Recruiting Team
Our aviation practice is led by two of the most experienced executive search professionals in the staffing industry. Walk-in appointments are not accepted; please book a meeting or submit a request online.
WHY FRONTLINE
How We Source and Vet Aviation Talent
22-Year Aviation Candidate Network
Our database has been built continuously since 2004, combining direct outreach to passive aviation talent, type-rated pilot pipelines, A and P program partnerships, and professional society referrals.
Certification and Rating Verification
Every pilot candidate is verified for type ratings, PIC/SIC hours, and domestic/international flight experience. A and P technicians are confirmed for FAA certification and aircraft-type experience before any introduction to a client.
Industry-First 5-Year Warranty
Every direct hire placement is backed by our 5-Year Placement Warranty, covering your investment 20 times longer than the 90-day standard most aviation staffing firms offer.
Dedicated Account Management
You work with one dedicated Frontline aviation recruiter from kickoff through start date, with a defined search timeline and regular written updates throughout the engagement.
AVIATION STAFFING AWARDS
WHO WE PLACE
Aviation and Airline Positions We Recruit For
From the flight deck and maintenance hangar to the executive suite, Frontline places certified professionals across the full spectrum of business and commercial aviation operations.
Pilots
Fixed Wing and Rotary/Helicopter Pilots must hold a Type Rating on each aircraft they fly, along with required flight hours. We source PIC and SIC experience across domestic and international routes for fleets including Airbus, Bombardier, Embraer, Gulfstream, Cessna King Air, and HondaJet.
Engineers
Aeronautical, Electrical, Mechanical, Quality Assurance, and Structural Engineers for business aviation and commercial airline operations.
Airframe and Powerplant (A and P) Technicians
FAA A and P Certification required. Gulfstream accepts four years of military aircraft experience in lieu of the certificate. Clients prefer light-to-mid-size aircraft backgrounds for easier transition into business jet maintenance.
Avionics Technicians
Aircraft Electrical Technicians with business aircraft electrical experience. Some positions require an FAA/FCC Certification; requirements vary by aircraft type and experience level.
Fixed Base Operator (FBO) Concierge / Client Service
Provides excellence in client service, including phone handling, rental car scheduling, fuel payment processing, catering coordination, and visitor assistance.
Aircraft Painters
Clients prefer a minimum of one to two years of aircraft painting experience for business jet livery and maintenance paint work.
Aircraft Sales
New and pre-owned aircraft sales and charter leasing. Prior sales experience is preferred for individual and corporate sales. Manufacturers typically train new reps for new aircraft sales roles.
Director of Aircraft Maintenance
Responsible for direct supervision of all aircraft maintenance, supervising technicians, and working directly on business/corporate aircraft to achieve the highest levels of safety, dispatch reliability, and fleet maintenance standards.
The 5-Year Placement Warranty
Every direct hire placed through Frontline Source Group is backed by our exclusive 5-Year Placement Warranty, 20 times longer than the standard 90-day guarantee offered by most aviation and staffing firms. If a placed aviation professional does not succeed in the role within five years, Frontline replaces the candidate at no additional fee. Learn more about and how our warranty works.
OUR TEAM
Our Aviation Executive Search Leadership
Bill Kasko
Shelly Hubble
Jessica Payne
Lindsey Davidson
Cassidy Jacobs
Mike Cook
Brittany Kasko
Kathy Granger
Rebecca Keathley
Julia Hyun
Euan Gomez
Shankar Ganesh
Joy Lee
Lexi Reed
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
5.0 Trustpilot Across 678+ Reviews
Hundreds of verified 5-star reviews from aviation employers and candidates who trust Frontline Source Group.
MARKET INTELLIGENCE
Why Aviation Executive Recruiting Is Uniquely Challenging
Aviation leaders must evaluate an unusually dense set of pressures simultaneously, making specialized search essential for every hire.
Labor Shortages and Safety
Ongoing pilot and technician shortages force organizations to compete aggressively for certified talent, while safety regulations remain non-negotiable regardless of market conditions.
Regulatory Complexity
FAA regulations, type rating requirements, and international certification standards create a compliance layer that most general executive search firms are not equipped to navigate.
Profitability and Fuel Volatility
Fuel price swings and economic cycles create high volatility in aviation budgets, requiring executives with the financial acumen to maintain operational continuity under pressure.
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Growth
High-stakes M and A activity in business aviation requires leaders who can navigate complex integrations while identifying new markets and technologies that sustain competitive advantage.
AVIATION JOB SEEKERS
Looking for Your Next Aviation Role?
Frontline never charges job seekers a fee. Our recruiters review your certifications, type ratings, flight hours, and technical experience, then connect you with opportunities that match your background. Submit your information and enter our recruiting pipeline today.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions: Aviation Executive Search
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