New Talent Frontiers in Defense

LinkedIn Poll Results: A significant shift is underway, with hiring managers in middle-market defense electronics broadening their search beyond traditional industry confines. This strategic pivot towards sectors like medical devices, semiconductors, and automotive is not just a trend but a successful practice, with these diverse candidates proving their mettle in A&D roles. Beyond Traditional Talent…

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Eric Wightman, VP at Karman Space & Defense

Buckle up as this week we are taking you on an exhilarating journey from the adrenaline-fueled tracks of NASCAR to the stratospheric heights of the aerospace industry with Eric Wightman, VP of Advanced Materials and Processes at Karman Space and Defense. In this episode, Eric recounts his unconventional career trajectory, fueled by determination and a…

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The Inspirational: Shelli Brunswick, CEO of SB Global LLC

Have you ever considered how space innovations elevate our daily existence? This week, we hear from the inspirational Shelli Brunswick. From the day she swapped her high school cap and gown for Air Force blues, Shelli charted a course that would break boundaries and redefine the possibilities within the space industry. Shelli’s journey from an…

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 Is Relocation Dead?

Think we’ll need to deal with relocation? A question that pops up like clockwork in our chats. Thanks to COVID, the whole relocation scene got a good shake, like a snow globe unveiling new patterns. So, here’s the scoop from a recent placement: Business development folks and finance wizards? They’re killing it in remote roles,…

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Legacy in Motion: Neil Thurgood, US Army Director

Warfare Wisdom: Leading the Charge in Defense with Neil Thurgood Have you ever wondered about the immeasurable impact of a family legacy on a person’s life path? Neil Thurgood, a retired US Army Lieutenant General, gives us a rare glimpse into how his military upbringing sculpted a career that defined innovation in space technology, hypersonics,…

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Robert Feierbach, President of Maritime Launch Services

Get ready to embark on an interstellar journey with serial entrepreneur and aerospace titan Robert Feierbach as we hear how he is reshaping aerospace through microgravity flights and cutting-edge air launch services. Robert is the president of Maritime Launch USA and CEO of Zero G Launch. With three decades of experience, this episode is a…

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