Ernesto Gonzalez, CEO of Fidamc, was one of the prominent participants in a recent round table organized by Fly News magazine. This meeting, which brought together aerospace and human resources experts, focused on the challenges companies face in attracting and retaining qualified talent, particularly in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) disciplines.
During the roundtable, Ernesto Gonzalez shared his vision of the current situation of the aerospace industry in Spain and highlighted the importance of having well-trained professionals willing to face the challenges of a constantly evolving sector. His intervention underlined the need to foster greater collaboration between industry and educational centers to ensure that young people are better prepared to enter the working world.
One of the key points addressed by González was the growing demand for technical profiles, especially those coming from Vocational Education and Training (VET). González also acknowledged that one of the challenges associated with this trend is the high turnover of personnel, as many see SMEs as a stepping stone to larger companies in the aerospace sector.
The meeting also served to discuss the lack of interest on the part of young people in pursuing STEM careers, a problem that affects not only the aerospace industry, but also many technical sectors in Spain. Ernesto Gonzalez stressed that it is essential to act from the base of the education system, inspiring young people from an early age to be attracted to these disciplines. In fact, initiatives such as challenges and school competitions focused on technology, where students must develop solutions to real problems using drones, have proven to be very effective in increasing interest in technology careers.
Finally, Gonzalez stressed the need for companies to adapt their work models to the expectations of the new generations. Young professionals are not only looking for job stability, but also the possibility of continuous growth, flexibility and a balance between work and personal life.
This meeting was a key point of reflection for the Spanish aerospace sector, which faces the challenge of adapting to a changing labor market and attracting a new generation of professionals.
For more details about the round table and the topics discussed, you can read the full article published by Fly News here
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