WHAT WE DO
FRANK JAY & ASSOCIATES
For 40 years, Frank Jay & Associates has been the world's leading provider of retained executive search in the Airline, Aviation and Aerospace sector.
SUCCESS & ACHIEVEMENTS
98% client satisfaction rate.
97% of clients say they would use Frank Jay & Associates again for another critical search.
Advised more than 300 companies over more than 40 years, including airlines, private & business aviation organizations, MRO's, aircraft and component manufacturers (OEMs), airports, and all types of service providers.
A reputation for outstanding service, accountability and a truly collaborative partnership with our clients.
A 98% success ratio (searches retained to candidates hired) consistently achieved over 40 years, compared to an industry average of 65%.
Successful completion of 90% of searches in less than 75 days.
97% Stick Rate - Nearly all of our candidates stay for the long haul, and when they don't, we replace them at no additional charge.
Completion of more than 1,100 retained executive search engagements, with a total salary base of more than $200 million.
INDUSTRIES WE SERVE
Airlines; business and general aviation; aerospace manufacturers and OEMs; MRO and aftermarket organizations; airports; aircraft leasing; and aviation services companies worldwide.
LEADERSHIP FUNCTIONS
Board, CEO, president and COO; operations; commercial and revenue; finance; human resources; maintenance and engineering; safety and quality; supply chain; and other critical leadership roles.
OUR RETAINED SEARCH PROCESS
Every engagement is partner-led and tailored to the client. We begin with discovery and position definition, then develop a focused market map, conduct confidential outreach, assess candidates against the mandate, present a qualified shortlist, support interviews and offer negotiations, and follow through after placement.
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE FRANK JAY & ASSOCIATES
Aviation specialization since 1986. More than 1,100 completed retained executive search engagements. A 98% completion ratio, 90% of searches completed in less than 75 days, and a 97% candidate stick rate. Global reach combined with personal accountability and direct partner involvement.
OUR MISSION
We strengthen leadership teams across the airline, aviation and aerospace industries through rigorous, confidential retained executive search and long-term relationships with clients and candidates.
“Running an airline is like having a baby: fun to conceive, but hell to deliver.”

