Spirit AeroSystems

Spirit AeroSystems Used IPS to Hire Greatness

Situation

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., headquartered in Wichita, KS, is the largest non-OEM designer and manufacturer of aerostructures for commercial, military and business/regional jets in the world.

Spirit realized they did not have a strong group of internal candidates to move into leadership roles as the company grew and turned to IPS to find industry experts to lead them into their next phase of greatness.

Action

Since 2008, IPS has successfully helped to grow Spirit’s leadership team. This includes placing VP, Senior Director, and Director level roles within their Engineering, Business Development, Operations, Sales, Supply Chain and Technology functions. Through these successful placements, Spirit has been able to provide customers with high-quality, high-value, cost competitive products and services as well as focus on their main goal, lean manufacturing on a global scale.

Result

Spirit AeroSystems is very satisfied with the talented candidates that IPS has added to their leadership team. They feel that IPS has a strong understanding of their vision for the future, the technical specifics that are part of each role, and their unique company culture. This has led to a very successful partnership over the past decade and creates a strong basis for success in the future.
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Simon Roads

Vice President of Sales

Born and raised in England, Simon Roads has had a distinguished career in various forms of aviation spanning over 45 years. His journey began as an A&P mechanic in the Royal Air Force and has encompassed a range of roles, ultimately leading to his position as the VP of Global Sales for Honda Aircraft. Throughout this extensive career, he has had the privilege of closely collaborating with Royalty, Dignitaries, and high net worth individuals, providing them with unparalleled expertise and a steadfast commitment to excellence in aviation services.

Having been immersed in the aviation industry for nearly half a century, his wealth of insights and knowledge has established him as a trusted figure within the field. His extensive experience has provided him with the opportunity to engage with diverse cultures, interacting with individuals from various walks of life, and ensuring that their distinctive requirements and preferences are met with the utmost precision.

One of his notable strengths lies in his adeptness at effectively managing global teams. Over the course of his career, he has demonstrated successful leadership and mentorship of professionals from different backgrounds and nationalities, fostering an environment characterized by collaboration, growth, and mutual respect.

Understanding different cultures has played a pivotal role in his professional journey. By taking part in the customs, traditions, and practices of his clients he not only fosters strong relationships but has also gained a profound appreciation for the unique needs and expectations of each of his clients.

Away from work, his priority is his family. His role as grandad to three wonderful boys, brings him immense joy. He has a penchant for outdoor activities such as cycling, kayaking, and golf. Additionally, he has developed a passion for cooking and continually seeks to learn new culinary techniques. The art of balancing life and work is an ongoing journey for him, and he considers himself fortunate to be able to savor the best of both worlds.

You can contact Simon at sroads@ipeoplesolutions.com

Meredith Stanley

Executive Recruiter

Meredith joined IPS in 2023 as an Executive Recruiter with over 5 years of recruiting experience at Amazon and Lyft. Prior to making the shift to recruiting, Meredith was an Executive Assistant for over 3 years at a Seattle-based insurance company. With a passion for finding top talent, Meredith has hired for a wide range of roles across North America in the hardware, micromobility, operations, transportation, and tech spaces.

After an unsuccessful attempt at a Chemical Engineering degree, Meredith graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies.

Meredith has a passion for live music, playing both piano and trombone. She also enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors either skiing, hiking or scuba diving.

You can contact Meredith at Meredith@ipeoplesolutions.com

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