Technical Recruiter

About The Role We are seeking a Technical Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruiting for production, engineering, and other positions as needed. This role will source, screen, and coordinate candidates through the hiring process, manage day-to-day administration of our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), and support onboarding logistics to ensure a smooth transition for new hires. Key Responsibilities Recruiting & Sourcing Support full-cycle recruiting for production, engineering, and other roles (e.g., systems engineers, software/hardware engineers, program managers, cleared personnel, and other roles)Manage requisition workload across multiple open roles simultaneously, prioritizing based on business needs and urgencySource passive and active candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, niche technical/defense job boards, industry associations, veteran networks, and referralsScreen resumes and conduct initial phone/video interviews to assess technical qualifications and cultural fitPartner with hiring managers to gain a clear understanding of technical requirements and must-have qualifications for each roleCoordinate interview panels, assessments, and debriefs with hiring teamsSupport hiring for cleared positions and understand basic requirements around security clearances (e.g., Secret, Top Secret, TS/SCI) and eligibility requirementsDevelop sourcing strategies and maintain candidate pipelines to support current and future hiring needs ATS & Process Management Manage day-to-day administration of the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), including job requisition setup, workflow configuration, and data integrity, keeping leadership informed of any process or workflow changesEnsure accurate and timely candidate status updates, dispositioning, and pipeline tracking within the ATSGenerate and analyze recruiting metrics/reports from the ATS (time-to-fill, source of hire, pipeline conversion, etc.) for leadership reviewIdentify opportunities to improve recruiting workflows, templates, and processes, and propose changes for approvalMaintain compliance-related documentation within the ATS (EEO/AAP data, OFCCP requirements, etc.) Candidate Experience & Onboarding Coordination Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates throughout the hiring process, ensuring timely and professional communicationCoordinate interview scheduling logistics across multiple stakeholders and time zonesAssist in the offer process, including background checks, and other pre-employment requirementsCoordinate onboarding logistics for new hires and first-day preparationContinuously recommend improvements to the candidate journey to reflect a positive, professional experienceProvide clear timeline expectations and feedback to candidates at each stage Additional Support Represent the company at technical conferences, defense industry events, career fairs, and veteran hiring initiativesTrack and report on recruiting KPIs and provide regular pipeline updates Keep leadership informed of pipeline status, candidate feedback, and any risks or roadblocks throughout the hiring process Qualifications 3+ years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, talent acquisition, or HR (technical/engineering or defense industry experience a plus, not required)Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)Exposure to or hands-on experience with an ATS (e.g., Greenhouse, iCIMS, Workday or similar)Strong organizational and communication skills; comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Preferred Experience recruiting for or working within government contractors, defense, or aerospace industriesPHR/SHRM-CP or similar HR certification (or actively pursuing) Vatn Systems is an equal opportunity employer.