Josh Peek

Founded Peek Talent Solutions, specializing in strategic sourcing and full-cycle recruiting across multiple sectors.

Designed enterprise sourcing strategies and workforce planning initiatives, aligning talent acquisition with client needs and business objectives.

Developed high-performing talent pipelines for specialized roles using innovative sourcing strategies.

Executed relationship-driven recruiting and targeted social networking, enhancing candidate engagement and improving overall recruitment experience.

Delivered exceptional results through speed, integrity, and persistence in recruitment processes.

Partnered with organizations to deliver tailored recruiting strategies, driving business growth and aligning talent acquisition with organizational goals.

• Managed vendor relationships and implemented diversity-focused recruiting initiatives to strengthen teams.
• Identified top-tier talent that drives innovation and enhances client performance.

• Executed full lifecycle recruiting for engineering roles, including embedded software and flight test simulation.
• Average 300 reach-outs, 25 calls, 10 interviews per week resulting in 3+ hires per month.
• Managed recruitment processes for HR and finance positions to support organizational growth.
• Sourced candidates for supply chain operations to enhance operational efficiency.

Merlin is a venture-backed aerospace startup building a non-human pilot to enable both reduced crew and uncrewed flight. Backed by some of the world’s leading investors, Merlin is scaling alongside our customers to begin leveraging autonomy today to solve some of aviation’s biggest challenges.

Full lifecycle recruiting and sourcing for:

* Executive roles (Director/VP and above)

* Engineering roles (embedded SW, Flight Test, GNC, simulation);

* Biz/Dev roles

Conducted 300 reach-outs, 25 calls, and 10 interviews weekly, achieving 3+ hires monthly.

• Partnered with hiring managers to refine job specifications and candidate profiles, enhancing alignment with organizational needs.

• Pioneered development of Cora, transforming urban transportation with self-flying technology.
  Managed full lifecycle engineering projects involving flight controls and embedded systems.
  Coordinated sourcing efforts across finance, HR, and supply chain domains.
  Led recruitment initiatives for roles in embedded software engineering and flight simulation.
  Conducted executive searches for high-level positions including directors and VPs.
  Drove business development hiring to support expansion goals of aerospace startup.
  Achieved a weekly average of 300 outreach attempts, resulting in substantial candidate engagement.
  Successfully facilitated over three new hires monthly through targeted recruiting efforts.
• Collaborated with engineering teams to identify staffing needs and role requirements.
• Conducted in-depth interviews to assess candidate skills and cultural fit.
• Developed recruitment strategies to attract top talent in aerospace technology.

• Achieved an average of 300 reach-outs, 25 calls, and 10 interviews weekly, resulting in over three hires monthly.
• Sourced candidates across multiple platforms and databases, enhancing talent pool for diverse roles.
• Managed candidate communication throughout recruitment lifecycle, fostering transparency and engagement.
• Guided hiring managers on effective recruitment processes and best practices.
• Researched and identified innovative sources for active and passive candidates via social media, expanding recruitment channels.

• Facilitated three or more hires monthly by managing 300 reach-outs, 25 calls, and 10 interviews weekly.
• Conducted full lifecycle recruiting and sourcing for engineering, supply chain, and finance/HR roles.
• Partnered with hiring managers to define staffing needs and clarify role requirements.
• Conducted initial screening interviews to assess candidate skills and ensure cultural fit.
• Sourced candidates from job boards and social media to expand talent pool.

• Full lifecycle and sourcing for: Engineering (Flight Dynamics, Flight Controls, Embedded SW, Structural, Electrical/HW, Flight Test) Supply Chain Finance/HR
• Sourced candidates across job boards and social media to build diverse talent pipelines.
• Reviewed resumes to identify and shortlist qualified candidates for open positions, aiding hiring managers in selection process.
• Executed 300 reach-outs, conducted 25 calls, and scheduled 10 interviews weekly, leading to 3+ successful hires monthly.

Identified and recruited electrical engineers with expertise in hardware design to strengthen engineering capabilities.

Sourced engineering talent to advance Apple's world-class product development initiatives.

• Collaborated with engineering teams to enhance product innovation and development efforts.
• Facilitated connections among engineers to enhance collaboration and drive innovative solutions.

• * Engineering (Flight Dynamics, Flight Controls, Embedded SW, Structural, Electrical/HW, Flight Test) * Supply Chain * Finance/HR
• Collaborated with hiring managers to define staffing needs, aligning talent acquisition strategies with business objectives.
• Sourced candidates through targeted channels, enhancing candidate quality and diversity.
• Coordinated recruitment events, successfully attracting high-caliber talent for critical positions.
• Average 300 reach-outs, 25 calls, 10 interviews per week resulting in 3+ hires per month.

• Managed full lifecycle recruitment for various engineering disciplines, supply chain, and finance/HR roles.
• Collaborated with hiring managers to define staffing needs and job requirements, streamlining candidate selection process.
• Sourced candidates through innovative recruitment strategies and platforms, enhancing talent pool diversity.
• Developed engaging job descriptions to attract top talent for technical roles.
• Coordinated recruitment events to engage potential candidates, strengthening industry relationships and increasing candidate interest.
• Conducted approximately 300 reach-outs, 25 calls, and 10 interviews weekly to facilitate hiring.

• Spearheaded technical sourcing across all company positions, with a focus on aviation engineering roles.
  Analyzed competitor strategies and market trends to enhance recruitment effectiveness.
• Created comprehensive CRM tools and metrics to track recruitment success.Managed complete lifecycle sourcing for engineering disciplines, supply chain operations, and finance/HR functions.
• Created comprehensive CRM tools and metrics to track recruitment success.
  Managed complete lifecycle sourcing for engineering disciplines, supply chain operations, and finance/HR functions.
• Average 300 reach-outs, 25 calls, 10 interviews per week resulting in 3+ hires per month.

• Led national recruitment for senior and principal engineering roles across commercial and government sectors.

Sourced 330 engineering positions across FY2007 and FY2008, enhancing talent pipeline for critical roles.

Established a team focused on sourcing hard-to-fill positions, achieving over 60 in FY2008, 75 in FY2009, and 100+ in FY2010.

Managed competitor business intelligence and market analysis, directing social media recruitment strategies to enhance candidate engagement.

Recognized by senior leadership for exceptional performance in FY2008, FY2009, and FY2010.

Developed CRM and metrics to measure team success effectively.

Conducted ROI studies on ATS and advertising platforms; streamlined hiring process, reducing waste by 10 hours weekly.

• Participated in multiple councils including competitive intelligence and social media initiatives, serving as relocation contact for Rockwell Collins.