Career Pathways Aren’t Linear: How to Keep Moving When Aviation Gets Weird with Dave Jesurun

About this episode

In this episode, Adam Uhan and Dave Jesurun discuss how pilots can navigate non-linear career pathways in aviation.

Feeling stuck in your aviation career and wondering what your next move should be? In this episode, host Adam Uhan sits down with Dave Jesurun to talk about real career pathways for pilots who feel behind. Dave shares his journey from Air Force Special Operations Command to building High Country Air Service in Albuquerque. They discuss practical steps pilots can take today to regain momentum, from building versatile experience to networking with the right people. The key message is simple: hours matter, but employers also value adaptability, initiative, and a strong story that shows commitment to aviation.

People in this episode

Host: Adam Uhan

Guest: Dave Jesurun

Topics covered

• aviation career
• career pathways
• networking
• adaptability
• pilot experience

Keywords

• aviation
• career development
• pilot networking
• Air Force
• High Country Air Service

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Air Force Special Operations Command, High Country Air Service

Places: Albuquerque

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