Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Overview Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist will demonstrate expertise in Aerospace recruiting. The role is responsible for implementing recruiting strategies to find and attract top talent, fill candidate pipelines, and interview potential candidates in an environment prone to surges in hiring. This position requires a focus on culture, teamwork, and excellence, delivering concierge service to internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will work independently and collaboratively with the team, effectively problem‑solving within a dynamic environment. Essential Functions Effectively manage a full‑cycle recruitment process, including sourcing and requisition management. Provide sourcing and recruiting support for all types of open roles, with an emphasis on Engineering roles. Maintain a strong network of industry contacts for potential sourcing and hiring. Facilitate the screening and selection process between candidates and hiring teams. Maintain detailed communications with managers, candidates, and stakeholders to keep status and general coordination, negotiate and close offers, and implement process improvements. Analyze staffing trends and results for continuous improvement of strategies and processes. Foster global inclusion and diversity in hiring practices. Provide leadership and mentorship to less experienced members of the TA team. Engage with military career centers, trade schools, community colleges, and universities to source candidates and generate interest in AEVEX Aerospace. Standard Essential Functions Regular and reliable attendance on a full‑time basis (or in accordance with posted schedule). Exhibit professional behavior with internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with company policies and practices. Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture. Qualifications And Competencies Experience recruiting and hiring individuals with high‑level security clearances within the Aerospace community. Aerospace or skilled labor recruitment experience. Strong computer skills in a PC environment using various business and candidate sourcing software programs (Microsoft Office Suite, ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, Clearance Jobs, Cleared Jobs, and Indeed). The ability to effectively collaborate and problem‑solve with others. Flexibility and the ability to prioritize and juggle multiple assignments and competing deadlines without sacrificing quality. Maintain confidentiality of work‑related information and materials. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage high workloads. Expert knowledge in all full life‑cycle recruiting components including, but not limited to, sourcing, qualifying, networking, assessing, legal, job analysis, wage and salary trends, relationship management, and due diligence. Strong computer skills using various business software programs (spreadsheets, word‑processing, and databases). Intermediate knowledge of MS Office suite of applications. Highly organized and detail oriented. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong relationship building and negotiation skills. Accustomed to working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with fluctuating workload. Adaptable and flexible to changing priorities, can handle multiple assignments, and meet deadlines. Experience using an Applicant Tracking System to source, track, and measure results. Education / Certifications BA/BS or Associate’s, Business or HR degrees preferred, although applicants with equivalent work experience will be considered. Experience 5‑8 years’ experience as an in‑house/corporate recruiter, talent acquisition specialist for an in‑hour Aerospace company preferred. Agency experience filling DoD and/or Aerospace Engineering roles will also be considered; executive search experience is preferred. Security Clearance Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance; U.S. Citizenship required. Physical Requirements Representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions: primarily sitting, reaching to use computers and other office equipment; with occasional standing and frequent light workload; described as up to 1/3 of the time. Benefits AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) retirement plan, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees. Equal Employment Opportunity AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr AEVEX