Talent Acquisition Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, with expanding operations in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, and Tulsa, Oklahoma, Agile has achieved more than 40% year-over-year growth for the past three years, and our momentum continues to accelerate.

At Agile, we design, build, and test in-space propulsion systems that give spacecraft the ability to maneuver with precision, reliability, and purpose. Our technologies play a critical role in missions that range from lunar landings and resource utilization to national defense, human exploration, and commercial space transport.

We are seeking bold and driven individuals who thrive in a hands-on, fast-moving environment and want to help write the next chapter of space history as part of a close-knit, innovative team.

Position Overview
Agile Space Industries is seeking a remote Talent Acquisition Lead . The Talent Acquisition Lead is a senior individual contributor responsible for driving the organization’s recruiting strategy and delivering high impact hiring for Manager level and leadership roles. This role operates as a strategic partner to senior leaders, helping define hiring strategies, improve recruiting processes, and attract specialized talent.

This position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities but plays a leadership role in shaping recruiting practices across the organization.

This role can be onsite in Durango, CO or remote, and we are currently accepting candidates residing in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Florida, North Carolina, Washington, Utah, Texas, and Oklahoma. You must live and work from one these states to work remotely for Agile Space Industries.

Responsibilities

Strategic Recruitment

· Lead full lifecycle recruitment for Manager level, Director level, and other strategic leadership roles

· Partner with executives and department leaders to develop targeted hiring strategies

· Conduct market research and competitive intelligence to guide recruiting decisions

· Develop creative sourcing approaches for specialized technical or leadership talent

Workforce Planning

· Partner with executive leadership and Finance to support annual and quarterly workforce planning initiatives

· Translate business objectives into strategic hiring plans, aligning headcount, budget, and hiring timelines

· Provide insights on talent availability, market conditions, and hiring feasibility to inform workforce decisions

· Proactively identify future talent needs and build pipelines aligned to organizational growth goals

Recruiting Strategy and Process Design

· Design scalable recruiting frameworks including intake meetings, interview structure, and candidate evaluation processes

· Identify and implement improvements to recruiting workflows and candidate experience

· Develop sourcing strategies and talent pipelines for future hiring needs

· Support hiring managers in defining role requirements and evaluating candidates

Employer Branding and Candidate Experience

· Partner with Marketing and leadership to define and promote the company’s employer brand

· Develop compelling messaging and content to attract top talent across key functions

· Enhance candidate experience through consistent communication, storytelling, and process excellence

· Leverage platforms such as LinkedIn and industry networks to position the organization as an employer of choice

Organizational Partnership

· Act as a strategic advisor to leadership on hiring trends, workforce planning, and talent availability

· Partner with HR leadership on workforce planning and recruiting priorities

· Provide guidance to hiring managers on effective interviewing and hiring practices

Recruiting Analytics and Insights

· Track and analyze recruiting metrics including time to fill, candidate pipeline quality, and hiring trends

· Provide recommendations to leadership to improve recruiting efficiency and outcomes

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field preferred

· 8+ years of full lifecycle recruiting experience

· Demonstrated success recruiting Manager level roles and above

· Experience partnering with senior leadership on hiring strategy

· Strong experience sourcing specialized or hard to find talent

· Experience improving recruiting processes and candidate experience

· Experience with ATS platforms and recruiting analytics

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

The expected salary range for this role is $96,000-$144,000 annually. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and internal equity, and is typically made within the midrange, rather than the upper end.

Work Schedule: Full Time

Employment Type: Exempt

Location: Remote with preference given to candidates in or willing to relocate to Durango, CO. Remote candidates must reside in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Florida, North Carolina, Washington, Utah, New Mexico, Iowa, and Oklahoma.

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Posting Timeline: This position will remain open for a minimum of five (5) days and will continue to accept applications until the role is filled. Early applications are encouraged, as reviews and interviews may begin during the posting period.

What You'll Love About Us: Agile Space Industries offers exceptional benefits to support you and your family including generous health coverage, dental and vision plans, Flexible Time Off, parental leave, and a 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%. We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Agile, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity with us.

Reasonable Accommodation: At Agile, our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at Agile Space Industries. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

Recruitment Notice: Agile Space Industries is not partnering with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Please do not contact our staff directly regarding open positions. All candidates must apply through our official application process to be considered