Where can you find qualified {role_name}?

What are the best practices for headhunting {role_name}?

How to shortlist candidates?

Once you have started to get applications from applicants, a thorough screening process and shortlisting of prospects will help you make the most of your time spent with the most qualified ones. 

Automated shortlisting tools :

Automated screening quickly filters out unqualified candidates, saving time for manual review. This allows the manual process to focus on the most promising candidates, ensuring the best ones are considered for further evaluation.

Screening questions to auto-shortlist based on predefined criteria

like qualifications, location, experience, and skills. Either use job board or use an ATS such as whitecarrot. Here are some questions for {role_name}

• Experience:
  • Question: How many years of experience do you have in Aeronautical Engineering?
  • Auto-Reject Criteria: Less than 3 years of experience.
• Specific Skill:
  • Question: How many years of experience do you have with simulation software like MATLAB or ANSYS?
  • Auto-Reject Criteria: Less than 2 years of experience with simulation software.
• Location:
  • Question: Are you located within [specified location] or willing to work remotely?
  • Auto-Reject Criteria: Not located within the specified region and unwilling to work remotely.
• Education:
  • Question: Do you have a degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field?
  • Auto-Reject Criteria: No relevant degree.

Skill based question to auto shortlist candidate

Analyze the skill test data to automatically shortlist top-performing applicants. (recommended screening test time - 15 minutes). Here are some skill test questions for {role_name}

Aerodynamics

Understanding the principles of aerodynamics is crucial for designing aircraft.

• Question 1: What is the primary purpose of an airfoil?
  • Options:
    • a) Generate lift
    • b) Reduce drag
    • c) Increase thrust
    • d) Control aircraft stability
  • Correct Answer: a) Generate lift
• Question 2: What happens to lift when the angle of attack is increased beyond the critical angle?
  • Options:
    • a) Lift increases
    • b) Lift decreases
    • c) Lift remains constant
    • d) Lift becomes negative
  • Correct Answer: b) Lift decreases
• Question 3: Which of the following factors does NOT directly affect the drag on an aircraft?
  • Options:
    • a) Airspeed
    • b) Air density
    • c) Wing surface area
    • d) Engine power
  • Correct Answer: d) Engine power

Flight Dynamics

Knowledge of flight dynamics is essential for understanding aircraft stability and control.

• Question 1: What is the purpose of the rudder in an aircraft?
  • Options:
    • a) Control pitch
    • b) Control yaw
    • c) Control roll
    • d) Increase speed
  • Correct Answer: b) Control yaw
• Question 2: What term describes the tendency of an aircraft to return to its original flight path after a disturbance?
  • Options:
    • a) Stability
    • b) Control
    • c) Maneuverability
    • d) Performance
  • Correct Answer: a) Stability
• Question 3: Which axis of rotation is controlled by the ailerons?
  • Options:
    • a) Longitudinal axis
    • b) Lateral axis
    • c) Vertical axis
    • d) Horizontal axis
  • Correct Answer: a) Longitudinal axis

Simulation Software

Proficiency in simulation software is key for testing and validating designs.

• Question 1: Which of the following is a common use of MATLAB in aeronautical engineering?
  • Options:
    • a) Structural analysis
    • b) Flight simulation
    • c) Engine design
    • d) Material testing
  • Correct Answer: b) Flight simulation
• Question 2: What does ANSYS primarily help engineers simulate?
  • Options:
    • a) Aerodynamic forces
    • b) Thermal conditions
    • c) Structural behavior
    • d) All of the above
  • Correct Answer: d) All of the above
• Question 3: In computational fluid dynamics (CFD), what does the term "mesh" refer to?
  • Options:
    • a) The grid used to divide the simulation domain
    • b) The type of material used in the simulation
    • c) The boundary conditions of the simulation
    • d) The software interface
  • Correct Answer: a) The grid used to divide the simulation domain

Note - Auto reject candidates if scores less than 70% in this section

One way video interview

Use tools like hirevue, whitecarrot.io to ask candidates pre-recorded questions about their experience and skills.

Use sample question given in scorecard.

Collect other information 

Collect data from shortlisted candidates, such as salary expectations and visa status.

Manual candidate profile shortlisting:

Thoroughly review the CVs of the top scoring candidates from the automated process

Look for evidence of the required skills, experience, and achievements

Review the candidate’s portfolio or GitHub repositories to see examples of their work.