Who YOU are and what You can become:

Are you a resilient and resourceful Talent Acquisition leader with successful experience recruiting in an OEM environment? Do you have a passion for commercial aerospace and a proven track record of building recruitment strategies, designing smart sourcing approaches, streamlining hiring processes, and creating an exceptional candidate experience in the aviation industry? We're looking for someone who thrives in fast-changing environments, brings structure to complexity, and isn't afraid to take on the unknownIf you've demonstrated resilience, grit, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while driving meaningful transformation, this opportunity was made for you-Experience recruiting aviation mechanics a plus!

What YOU will do:

Under the guidance from the Director of Talent Acquisition, you will lead the charge in talent acquisition, shaping the trajectory of success as we navigate the transition of our recruiting technology, processes, and procedures towards a Shared Services model. Simultaneously, you will hold accountability for the recruiting triumphs of our Middle River Aerostructures System business unit. Your role will be a working leader position leading 2 recruiters as well as our outside staffing agency partners overseeing the entire recruitment lifecycle from candidate sourcing and screening to extending offers and facilitating the onboarding process. This role requires a deep understanding of talent acquisition best practices, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.

In This Role, You Will:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
• Oversee the recruitment process, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and candidate assessment.
• Lead and mentor a few 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 contingent labor process, including working with indirect Sourcing to assist with screening, interviewing identified candidates
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline by overseeing college internship and high-school youth apprenticeship programs, developing relationship with educational institutions, identifying high potential talent, and creating pathways for program participants to transition into full-time employment.
• 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.
• Build and maintain relationships with external recruiting agencies, job boards, and other talent sources to ensure a steady pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure a seamless candidate experience and successful onboarding process.
• Maintain confidentiality as required.

What YOU need:

• 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.
• Experience recruiting in a union environment or manufacturing Aerospace industry is highly preferred.
• 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 work in 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.

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $100,000 to $130,000 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

YOU get more than Just compensation with ST Engineering:

• 401K with strong company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Disability
• PTO
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities