About us

About us

GAL AeroStaff is a member of the GAL Aerospace Group of Companies based in the Greater Montreal area in Quebec Canada. The company was incorporated on April 16th, 2013 as a spin-off of the Technical Personnel Services business of its now sister company GAL Aviation Inc.

The objective was to create an entity independent of manufacturing, with a targeted mandate to expand the existing technical services business in addition to establishing a presence as an aerospace technical service provider. The company has experience in 35 countries around the world and currently has 258 professional and technical consultants on missions in 9 different countries.

Technical Services includes the provision of staffing services; Field and Customer Service Representatives; performance of technical audits; aircraft maintenance and repair; aircraft entry-into-service & return from lease; logistics management; technical writing; aircraft operations and aircraft delivery; complete operational start-up; and airframe and interior repair teams.

GAL is recognized in the Aerospace domain as an expert in finding key people with specific capacity worldwide.

When you need the best, hire the best!
GAL AeroStaff provides temporary and permanent staffing and specialized technical services for the aviation and aerospace industries.

Whether you are a candidate in search of an exciting career in aerospace or an employer in search of qualified personnel, GAL AeroStaff has the solution.

Custom solutions that cater to your needs

 

“GAL AeroStaff is more than just a staffing company. With extensive technical and operating expertise, we offer project-based solutions for aircraft leasing companies, operators, aerospace manufacturers, and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities.”

 

– GAL AeroStaff Vice President and General Manager, Gilles Ricard.

Our mission

GAL AeroStaff offers on-demand technical manpower and temporary staffing solutions for the aerospace industry with highly qualified personnel from a dynamic, actively managed database.

Our expertise

GAL AeroStaff aims to be the first choice in global aerospace technical services, with the best on-time delivery in the industry. We serve the aviation and aerospace industries exclusively.

Our industry-specific focus makes us highly responsive to personnel requirements. We have unmatched expertise in staffing and as an aerospace employer.

In addition to meeting local demand with local talent, GAL’s unique foreign worker program allows us to draw on new talent and untapped pools of qualified industry professionals around the world.

GAL AeroStaff provides highly qualified technical personnel solutions and general staffing services to aviation and aerospace companies around the world. We belong to the North American-based GAL Aerospace Group, which includes aerospace engineering, manufacturing, and certification.

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Our team

Bruno Morin

Educated at the Academy of National Aerospace and a former Instructor at Aeronautical School of Montreal, Bruno brings more than 30 years of aerospace experience to the GAL Aerospace Team. Bruno’s leadership in Program Management began in 1999 with Bombardier Aerospace in Tucson where he served as Program Manager for Interior/Modification Programs for the Global Express. His career progressed through various related positions including Director of Operations and Interior/Modification Programs with Savannah Air Center, Director of Program Office for Interior/Modification Programs with DeCrane Aerospace/PATS Aircraft, Senior Program Manager for wide Body Interior/Modification Programs with Airbus Completion Jet Centre in Toulouse France, and most recently Director of Program Office for Airbus 350 Aircraft with Zodiac Aerospace in California.

Bruno is a results-oriented management executive with demonstrated results in Sales, Program Management, Operation and Business Management specializing in the leadership of project scheduling, subcontracting, progress reporting and supplier monitoring. His personality, experience, and a firm understanding of FAA, EASA, TC, CAA, DGAC regulations will make him a valuable addition to GAL Aerospace leadership team.

Mohamed Kodematy

Mohamed with ten years of experience in the staffing industry and a total of 15 years in sales, Customer service and Business Development. Before GAL AeroStaff, Mohamed was in a Sales and Management role with Major recruitment Agencies where he focused on and excelled in client penetration and account development. In 2016, Mohamed Joined GAL AeroStaff as a Business Development Manager with a long-term Goal. In 2022 Mohamed was appointed VP of Business Development for the EMEA region and was since then relocated to Morocco, to better serve the Aerospace market and its clientele.

Gilles Ricard

Gilles Ricard, Vice President & General Manager GAL AeroStaff, a graduate of the ‘École Nationale d’Aérotechnique’ began his career in the Aerospace industry 27 years ago as an Aircraft Licensed Mechanic. Gilles joined GAL in March of 2011 and is responsible for the full operation of the GAL AeroStaff companies. His diverse career has taken him to Asia, the Middle-East, Africa, Europe, and North and South America, where he has had the opportunity to work with corporations of all sizes in both the public and private sectors; all of which have given him a broad understanding of all facets of Commercial Airline, MRO and OEM operations.

Alberto Chavez

Graduated from UNAQ (Universidad Aeronautica en Queretaro), with over 10 years of experience in asset management and transactions. He joined GAL in 2019, and has since then worked for the Mexican, Canadian, and American division, with a wide variety of lessor and Lessee. Since then, he and his team have delivered well over 200 aircrafts between sales and lease agreements. He is responsible of managing all technical queries from our clients from pre-purchase inspections to aircrafts deliveries for leases and sales (physical and records). His travel and experience have allowed him to understand the regulations, contracts and standards of the industry. He and his team can deliver aircrafts under IATA, EASA, TCCA, FAA and multiple civil aviation standards on time.

Bill Stolowski

Bill Stolowski, Director of Talent Acquisition brings 18+ years in Aerospace/Engineering & Military Defense. A background supporting VIP and Head of State aircraft Interiors & Maintenance globally has given experience in a very broad understanding of client support. Previously with Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, leading sourcing efforts in aircraft production in Ft. Worth, TX with the F-35 & Skunkworks focusing on high level engineering talent solutions. Originally from Texas and currently living in Fort Worth with his beautiful family. Enjoying everything outdoors and traveling.

Shadd McKinney

If there is one thing Shadd has learned in 24 years of working in aviation and staffing, it’s that trust, transparency, and commitment drive success. At GAL, his number one priority is building strong, lasting relationships so we can create successful solutions that help our clients reach their goals. Finding the right answers is about talking to the right people. Let’s get connected and see what awesome introductions we can make for you!

Raham Trujillo

My name is Raham Trujillo but go by Ram. With 10 years of aviation recruiting, talent acquisition, and account management experience, I am proud of the passion I have for the aviation industry. I am grateful to be in a position in my life where not only I provide aviation employment opportunities, but aviation careers.

John Warner

Vice President of Supply Chain John recently joined GAL as the Vice President of Supply Chain. He brings 15 years of Executive Management experience. John spent the previous ten years with Dakota Moon Enterprises, where he presided over the daily management of the company as the Vice President of Operations and also a Partner in the company. He was an intricate part of building Dakota Moon. Before it was sold John had over 150 people worldwide in his organization. John brings in-depth knowledge of on-site supplier recovery and a worldwide network of Supply Chain experts to GAL. John is originally from Michigan and attended Central Michigan University. He currently resides with his wife and two children in the Seattle, WA area. There they enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and youth sports which John coaches.

Ali Reza Yahyapour

Bringing a decade of dedicated service in the tourism industry, complemented by extensive expertise in recruitment, Ali is driven by a dual passion: connecting top talent with the right client and advocating for animal welfare. With a commitment to excellence, he leverages his experience to identify and nurture exceptional professionals within the aviation industry, ensuring the perfect match for both our clients and employees.

Gaudy DeLeon

As an aviation lover, Gaudy started with the airlines at the airport, went on as a flight attendant, and has been recruiting talent for thirteen years. As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at GAL Aerospace, she leverages her bilingual skills and extensive recruiting experience to source, attract, and hire qualified aviation and aerospace industry candidates. She is passionate about building excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating best recruiting practices, and driving focus and attention to diversity and inclusion.

Camille Galt

Camille joins the GAL team with 5+ years of Full-cycle recruiting experience, with a strong background in aerospace and aviation. She obtained her master’s degree in marketing and has extensive experience managing brand’s social presence while ensuring the outreach aligns well with the company industry and goals. She enjoys being able to combine both recruiting with marketing to better serve both the client and candidate.

Leonardo Esquinca

With over 10 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry working in crew managing, Leonardo has acquired diverse HR skills accross multi-cultural work environment. His expertise is focused on Human Resources and establishing proper communication amongst the personnel. Leonardo is commited to perform with the highest standards in order to comply with any activity and duty that he is delegated to. He loves a good challenge that makes him go the extra mile and comply accordingly. Joining GAL a year and a half ago and working in the Aviation Industry has allowed him to use his skills acquired with dedication, at its best, in order to reach the company’s objectives succesfully.

Milena Villamizar

A prominent international recruiter in Colombia and Peru, Milena brings years of experience in the field of international mobility, specializing in sourcing profiles within the aerospace industry. She has successfully overseen the migration of over 50 candidates to Canada, solidifying her expertise in the global realm of recruitment, while also overseeing the global Compliance department for Gal Aerostaff.

Russell Laird

Russell serves as a recruiter and account manager, connecting world-class talent with leading aerospace companies. His passion lies in identifying top-tier talent professionals and aligning them with cutting-edge opportunities, ensuring both client and candidate success in the ever-evolving aerospace industry.

Elizabeth Angel

Elizabeth is an international recruiter specializing in connecting professionals with global job opportunities, particularly in the aerospace sector. As a talent acquisition specialist, she uses both her skills in communication and problem-solving, as well as her fluency in Spanish, French, and English.

Wordwide presence

Since 2011, GAL AeroStaff has provided clients with a wide variety of aerospace services in more than 30 countries across all continents. We hire from among both local and international resources. Our international presence and logistics expertise is an integral part of our business and fundamental to our flexibility and efficiency.

Why choose
GAL AeroStaff?

  • Worldwide Reach: Extensive experience with visa and immigration regulations
  • Specialization: Aerospace and aviation specialists | Integrated, project-based
    technical solutions
  • Logistics: Visas, airfares, office supplies, lodging, communication
  • Administration: Payroll administration in multiple countries | Aerospace-specific
    insurance coverage
  • We can fill a single role or a hundred, anywhere in the world.
  • Our team has decades of experience working at all levels of operations. We
    understand how important it is to do things on time in our industry.
  • We will leverage our vast relationship network on your behalf.
  • Our clients keep coming back for more because they know we will find what
    they need.
  • We’re known for our ability to find anyone, anywhere.

Building trust with clients since 2011!

Who we work with

‘The hassle-free communication and effectiveness of the services is why we chose GAL AeroStaff’.