Technical Recruiter, Aerospace and Defense

$70,000 - $100,000/Yr

Modern Technology Solutions - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Colorado Springs, CO

11-50 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Technical Recruiter and Strategy Partner at MTSI plays a crucial role in the Talent Acquisition organization, focusing on sourcing and attracting highly skilled technical talent in the aerospace and defense sectors. This position requires collaboration with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and develop effective sourcing strategies, while also maintaining a strong pipeline of qualified candidates. The recruiter will advocate for candidates and ensure a positive experience throughout the recruitment process, contributing to MTSI's mission of supporting national defense and security.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand technical requirements of roles and functions.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies to present multiple qualified candidates for each opening.
• Source, engage, and recruit passive talent through creative sourcing strategies.
• Focus on sourcing cleared level candidates and maintain a strong pipeline.
• Conduct market and competitor research to gather intel for recruitment.
• Screen candidates for basic qualifications, interest, and salary availability.
• Track and maintain pipelines of active and passive candidates.
• Utilize recruiting tools and networks to identify candidates.
• Perform full lifecycle recruiting activities when required.
• Manage candidate activity within iCIMS ATS while complying with OFCCP guidelines.
• Travel occasionally for hiring events or recruitment-related activities.
• Create relationships with diverse organizations to attract skilled candidates.
• Maintain records on applicant flow and outreach efforts.
• Attend job fairs, events, and college recruiting activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6+ years of relevant experience supporting search for cleared DOD candidates.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Exceptional sourcing skills in identifying high quality, cleared candidates.
• Experience working within iCIMS ATS or similar systems.
• Eligibility to access sensitive information, requiring US citizenship.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the staffing industry.
• Proficiency in Boolean search techniques.
• Passion for aerospace, defense, and space systems.
• Experience in supporting proposal recruiting.
• Ability to use technology to enhance candidate experiences.

Benefits

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
• Life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan