Manager, Talent Acquisition
About the Role
We’re looking for a resilient and resourceful Talent Acquisition leader with successful experience recruiting highly skilled tradesmen. If you thrive in fast-changing environments, bring structure to complexity, and have a passion for commercial aerospace, this opportunity is for you. Experience recruiting aviation mechanics is a plus.
About the Company
At ST Engineering, we apply our technology and innovation to solve real-world problems and improve lives. Our dedication to excellence and strong track record have earned us a reputation for quality and trust as a global technology, defense, and engineering group. Our diverse portfolio spans aerospace, smart city, defense, and public security segments. We are growing our expertise and facilities worldwide to keep aircraft flying safely and transform cities to be more mobile, secure, and livable.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
- Lead and mentor 1-2 recruiters, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback.
- Partner with senior leadership and hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruitment plans for key positions.
- Oversee the recruitment process, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and candidate assessment.
- Build and maintain relationships with external recruiting agencies, job boards, and other talent sources to ensure a steady pipeline of qualified candidates.
- Implement and leverage recruiting technology, tools, and systems to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Monitor and analyze recruitment metrics and KPIs to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions.
- Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and best practices in talent acquisition and recommend strategies to remain competitive.
- Develop employer branding initiatives to enhance the company's reputation as an employer of choice.
- Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure a seamless candidate experience and successful onboarding process.
- Maintain confidentiality as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; successful experience will be considered in lieu of education.
- 7+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- 2 years of recent experience recruiting skilled tradesmen; commercial airlines experience recruiting aircraft maintenance technicians is a plus.
- Proven track record of successfully designing and implementing talent acquisition strategies that align with organizational goals.
- Knowledge of recruiting technology and tools, including applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
- Strong knowledge and use of social media platforms.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others to achieve results.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
- Experience showing flexibility and resilience to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative in ambiguous situations, and apply root cause analysis to identify, develop, and implement effective solutions.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
Benefits
- 401K with strong company match
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Disability, PTO, Life, and Accidental Death Insurance
- Development and Career Growth Opportunities
Background and drug screening are mandatory conditions for employment. All offers are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings. ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process.