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BOB Search specializes in the Aerospace, Defense, Industrial and Manufacturing industries. Based in Irvine, CA (Orange County), we conduct executive search nationally and globally, with an unsurpassed passion and commitment to excellence.

Your desired outcome: an outstanding hire who will positively impact your bottom line. For over 40 years, BOB Search has been Bringing Leaders to Smart CompaniesSM with the Art & Science of our unique Performance-Based Search System. Our SCIENCE is in precisely identifying critical results needed from the new hire, locating prospects with exactly the right background, and pinpointing their specific capability to produce the outcomes you desire. The ART is applied through strategic partnering – deeply understanding you, your organization and culture, to ensure not only that the new executive can perform, but is also a great fit in your company for the long term.

Smart companies know that superior talent acquisition helps to increase revenue, profitability and market share. The “A” players we provide improve everything they touch. It is not just about filling an opening – great hiring is about taking your company to the next level. BOB Search is driven to help our clients succeed. We are passionate about helping you achieve your goals. We apply our energy, excitement, experience and technology to our projects, to enhance leadership performance at your company.

Our Strengths

  • Strong domain expertise in aerospace, defense, industrial, manufacturing, service-based, and related industries
  • 75% of our business is repeat and referral with and from marquee clients
  • Principals manage each project
  • Expert in-house research & recruitment teams
  • Experts in understanding candidate motivation – we bring you people who want to work for you in the role defined
  • Clients get significant return on investment with a high-impact hire
  • Over 1000 success stories – our executive placements – ensuring that our customers grow and prosper!
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How to Assess Leadership Readiness in Aerospace and Defense Candidates
How to Assess Leadership Readiness in Aerospace and Defense Candidates

How to Assess Leadership Readiness in Aerospace and Defense Candidates

A single mis-hire can stall flight tests, slip milestones, and invite audit findings. In programs where safety and security are non-negotiable, failure shows up as grounded assets, rework, and lost…...

CSO vs. CRO vs. CCO: Which Executive Does Your Company Need?
CSO vs. CRO vs. CCO: Which Executive Does Your Company Need?

CSO vs. CRO vs. CCO: Which Executive Does Your Company Need?

The commercial leadership structure of aerospace and defense companies plays a crucial role in driving revenue growth, shaping market positioning, and fostering long-term competitiveness. Yet many organizations misclassify functionally distinct…...

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