Aerospace & Defense Leadership

We support aerospace innovators and defense-aligned organizations by placing leaders with clearance-level trust, deep domain expertise, and the ability to scale mission-critical systems. From space infrastructure to dual-use AI, we help organizations secure and scale top executive talent.

Key Focus Areas

CEO / COO Leadership

Executive leadership for defense tech, GovTech, and aerospace prime contractors with security clearance and government relations expertise.

Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, General Manager

VP, Mission Systems

Leaders driving complex mission-critical systems development, integration, and deployment across defense and aerospace platforms.

VP Mission Systems, Systems Integration Director, Program Director

Director of Programs / DoD Liaison

Program management leaders with deep DoD relationships, contract experience, and ability to navigate government procurement processes.

Program Director, DoD Liaison, Government Programs Manager

Chief Security Officer / CISO (Cleared)

Security leadership with active clearances, cybersecurity expertise, and experience securing mission-critical defense infrastructure.

CISO, Chief Security Officer, VP Cybersecurity, Security Director

Director of Government Relations

Strategic government affairs leaders managing regulatory relationships, policy advocacy, and stakeholder engagement across defense sectors.

VP Government Affairs, Policy Director, Regulatory Relations Head

Head of Engineering

Technical leaders specializing in aviation, ISR, communications, hypersonics, and advanced aerospace engineering disciplines.

VP Engineering, CTO, Technical Director, Chief Engineer

GTM for Aerospace SaaS

Go-to-market leaders driving revenue growth for aerospace software platforms and defense technology solutions.

VP Sales, Chief Revenue Officer, Head of Business Development

AI/ML in SpaceTech & Tactical ISR

AI and machine learning experts applying advanced analytics to space technology and tactical intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance systems.

Head of AI, VP Data Science, ML Engineering Director

Ideal Anchor Client Profile

We're seeking one strategic aerospace & defense partner who meets these criteria

$25M+
Annual Contract Value
3-6
Cleared Executive Hires Annually
200-2000
Employee Range
Prime
Contractor or Tier 1 Sub

Anchor Strategy

We partner with one anchor client per vertical to co-create the practice. Anchor clients receive early access to talent, insights, and strategic partnership design.

Ready to Scale Your Leadership Team?

Connect with our aerospace & defense practice leaders to discuss your executive search needs and anchor partnership opportunities.

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Who We Are
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Careers
Contact Us
How We Serve
Executive Search
Chairman & Board Committees
Change Management
Succession Planning
Strategy
WellsOS
Foundation
Practice Groups
Education & EdTech
Cloud
Aerospace & Defense
Insurance & InsureTech
Managed Services
BrandXP
Life Sciences
Applied AI
Cybersecurity
Banking
Digital Commerce
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Finance & Risk
Semiconductors
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