Killeen Group

Business Cycle Update 1Q'26: The US is in the transition from late-cycle expansion into potential early-stage economic contraction, driven by inflationary/energy shock dynamics. What this means for most: 💰 Earnings revised downward 🏭 Inventories grow 📈 Sales Growth slows If you’re a hiring manager heading into the next quarter, some suggestions: 1. Prioritize operators over expansion hires, such as: -A COO who can streamline operations and reduce waste -A CFO who protects cash flow and tightens financial discipline -Adding revenue leaders who can grow existing accounts and improve margins wherever possible 2. Consider fractional leadership: Get senior-level impact without full-time cost. 3. Pressure-test every role against downside scenarios: Ask: “If revenue drops 15%, does this role still make sense?” 🏄♂️ Goal for Q2: Survive the ongoing volatility while staying positioned to win on the other side! #hiring #economy

💡 Did you know?: Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy, totaling 99.9% of all businesses and nearly 2/3 of new jobs! If you're #hiring for your small business, we'd love to support your growth!

The truth a lot of people are facing right now: the job market is in a difficult spot. 💡 What stands out most about the clients we work with?: Their continued commitment to investing in talent, product, and capability - even during uncertain conditions. ❓ Why? Because history does repeat itself and the companies that come out ahead aren’t always the ones that hire the most - they’re the ones that hire deliberately, when it feels the hardest to do so! 🎬 Some history: In the middle of the Financial Crisis of 2007–2008, companies like Netflix weren’t pulling back - they were building & launching their streaming platform. While others were cutting staff just to survive, they invested in engineering, product, and partnerships with great results. ✅ Why this matters (from a hiring lens): In '08, the best companies hired for the next cycle, not the current one - And it’s a pattern we’re seeing again today. If you’re in the job market right now - this is when the right companies are making their most important hires. Keep going! #hiring #recruiting

We're #hiring a new NDT Outside Sales Rep in Cincinnati Metropolitan Area. Apply today or share this post with your network.

We're #hiring a new Future Opportunities: Contract Management (Contract, Project-Based) in United States. Apply today or share this post with your network.

We're #hiring a new Future Opportunities: Supply Chain in United States. Apply today or share this post with your network.

One of the most common things I hear from candidates lately is: “I saw the job had 200+ applicants, so I didn’t bother applying.” Here’s some perspective from the hiring side: A large number of applicants ≠ a large number of qualified applicants. In many searches, only a small percentage of applicants actually meet the core requirements. If you are genuinely qualified and interested in a position: 🚫Don’t self-select out 🚫Don’t assume the role is already filled 🚫Don’t underestimate the value of your specific experience Instead: ✅ Network: Get relevant, internal referrals on your side ✅ Apply! ✅ (If appropriate): Reach out to the recruiter directly to state your interest ✅ Practice your interviewing & story-telling skills 🥳 Land the job of your dreams! You got this! #hiring #recruiting

We are proud to share some good news to start the week: KG is now a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)! This milestone means a lot personally and more importantly, it reinforces why we do what we do, and reaffirms our commitment that our mission doesn’t end with military service. We are driven to support companies build strong teams, create opportunities for talented professionals, and to contribute industries that keep our economy and communities moving forward. Being mission-driven means approaching that responsibility with integrity, accountability, and a commitment to serve to the best of our abilities. We are grateful for the chance to honor fellow service members through our work and to keep contributing in a meaningful way. #SDVOSB #VeteranOwned #ExecutiveSearch #Leadership #MissionDriven

New Year - New ESOP Plan! All roles now have ESOP as an additional employee benefit! - Sr. Director of Engineering: $150k - $225k/yr - Director of Engineering: $130k-185k/yr - Human Resources Director: $130k-185k/yr - Deputy Program Manager: $125k-150k/yr - Project Engineer (multiple openings): $95k-145k/yr - NDI Level 3: $45-80/hr - NDI Level 2 (multiple openings): $25-45/hr #hiring #aerospace #defense #washington