Talent Acquisition Partner

About the Role

At CesiumAstro, we develop innovative communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We foster a dynamic, cross-functional environment that encourages learning, development, and collaboration. We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to join our team, someone who thrives in a startup environment and is passionate about hiring top talent for satellite, spacecraft, and aerospace systems projects.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Proactively source, identify, and engage top-tier candidates for roles in Test, Manufacturing, GA/Support functions, Executive, and other relevant disciplines.
• Assess the technical ability and aptitude of candidates for complex engineering roles.
• Consult with hiring managers on candidate backgrounds and make recommendations.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment, from screening applicants to evaluating skills, experience, and cultural fit, to negotiating and extending offer packages.
• Utilize various sourcing techniques, including job boards, social media, industry conferences, and networking events, to build a strong candidate pool.
• Assist with additional functions as needed in a high-growth startup environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited university or institution.
• Prior career experience in the aerospace industry or a similar field, working in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in recruiting within manufacturing, production, and corporate environments, including Test, Manufacturing, GA/Support functions, and Executive positions.
• Strong networking skills and ability to connect with passive candidates.
• Experience with full life cycle recruiting, including screening, consulting, facilitating interviews, and extending offers.
• Proven ability to use recruiting techniques such as cold calling, planning networking events, locating industry experts, and developing focused sourcing campaigns.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority, technical requisitions simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude to assess candidates for complex engineering roles.
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to promote CesiumAstro’s value proposition.

Benefits

• Company stock options.
• Generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability, and retirement plans.

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.