Do You Want A Job...Or
Do You Want To Make A Difference?

We'll cut to the chase: Boyd Group International is looking to add more of what has made us a success over the last 25 years. Not just people, but energy, enthusiasm and a passion to bring new ideas and perspectives to aviation.

The aviation industry is changing fundamentally, and as a leader in consulting, we're staying ahead of it. That's how we've built this business - being at the cutting edge.

Aviation is Moving Fast. We're Moving Faster. Over the past year, we've brought in new staff, new expertise, and new approaches to aviation research, forecasting and market intelligence. We've technologically upgraded our offices, including a state-of-the-art communications conference room which allows us immediate interaction and data-sharing with our clients, regardless of where they are located.

The result is that the firm has grown materially in all areas of our practice. In particular, our international client portfolio has expanded several fold. We understand that aviation no longer recognizes national borders. It's an inter-connected industry that demands global expertise.

Not Comfortable With The Status-Quo? We're looking to consider experienced individuals with specific skillsets who know they can contribute to the forum of global aviation thinking, and have a burning desire to do so. We prefer people who don't want to just work here, but want to join a team that's better, a team that's different, a team that's more aggressive, and which relishes taking on big challenges. And a team that has no problem with taking on the "consensus."

If you have a fiery urge to stand up and make a difference, to say no to mediocrity, to add to aviation's future, then we may have the start of a framework for discussion. We want to hear what you want to bring to the table. We want to know your enthusiastic ideas and concepts to move the future. We'd like to know if you really can fit in at Boyd Group International and how you can work with the team in growing our company.

Skillsets Sought. So, if you have an established and extensive aviation background in one or more of these disciplines - in finance, planning, scheduling, IT, market analysis - let us know what you think you can bring to Boyd Group International.

At the moment, we are considering positions to enhance the following skillsets:

• Airline Financial Analysis & Forecasting - Ability to identify trends and emerging dynamics in the global airline industry is essential. In-depth knowledge of airline P&L and Form-41 are mandatory. Ability to move quickly and accurately is a critical part of the position envisioned.

• Aviation Data Development & Management - Experience with SQL and other data software is essential, as is a deep understanding of the airline industry structure and its trends. These skillsets must be in place already.

Self-Qualify Yourself

Before you do anything, however, it's important to understand that not everybody can fit in at Boyd Group International. Which is okay. We really are different, and that means a different philosophy and approach to aviation consulting & research. Here are a few of the fundamental philosophies at Boyd Group International that any prospective team member should understand up front.

We don't play by the "official" rules. Traditionally, consultants have been expected to speak out only when on the clock. Traditionally, consultants are expected not to take positions on matters, lest they run counter to those of potential clients. We don't play that game. We are not hired guns to the highest bidder.

We do not shy away from controversy. We really do tell it like we see it. All consultants claim that they do, too. The difference is that we've got the media clips and independent studies to prove it. They don't. So, to fit in here, you must have what it takes to be able to stand up and defend positions that sometimes run counter to what "everybody knows." That's not as easy as it sounds.

We do not simply accept what comes out of the industry. Much of our business comes to us because of our forthright positions on aviation issues. But there are entities who bristle when we disagree with the consensus, or when we state positions that are not in agreement with government policies or those of some alphabet groups. It threatens them. So, if you are generally in agreement with most of what comes out of Washington - or have no real opinion about it - you won't like it here. If you support things like congestion pricing, cap-and-trade and blind no-analysis spending on projects like high-speed rail, or hold no real opinions on such things - you really should look elsewhere.

We don't run with the pack. This is not just a throw-away statement. We really feel independence is the key to consulting excellence. So, we are not members of consultant industry groups or councils or associations. This is a business, and we intend to be better than the competition, not have cocktails with them at annual meetings. Our professional ethics are absolute. We don't need to be part of some clubby industry group to prove it.

Image & Perception Are Important. This is a professional workplace, not a New Age Temple of Good Feeling. Boyd Group International is not a place for sloppy work, sloppy dress, or sloppy attitudes.

Final Points. The position, title, salary, etc. will be discussed based on experience. If you fully meet these skillsets, please send your resume to sonia @ AviationPlanning.com, with the word "Skillset" in the subject line. Please, no hail mary passes, thinking that maybe we'll consider something else. If you don't have these skills, don't waste our time and yours. EOE