Manager, HR, Talent Acquisition

ST Engineering; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Disability

PTO

Life Insurance

Career growth

Job summary

ST Engineering is seeking a senior Talent Acquisition Leader in the United States to shape strategy, mentor recruiters, and manage external staffing partners. You will guide end-to-end recruiting from sourcing through onboarding and collaborate with executive leadership to meet critical workforce needs.

The role requires 7+ years in TA with 3+ years in a leadership capacity, experience in manufacturing aerospace or unions, and strong data-driven decision skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years in talent acquisition with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience in manufacturing Aerospace or union environments preferred.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing talent acquisition strategies.
• Experience with ATS and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy.
• Oversee recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to onboarding.
• Lead and mentor recruiters and coordinate with external staffing partners.
• Partner with senior leaders to forecast staffing needs.
• Monitor metrics and drive data-driven recruitment decisions.
• Ensure confidential handling of sensitive information.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Social media

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ATS/HRIS

Job description

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At ST Engineering we apply our technology and innovation to solve real-world problems and improve lives. Our dedication to excellence and our strong track record have earned us a distinctive reputation for quality and trust as a global technology, defense and engineering group. Our diverse portfolio of businesses spans the aerospace, smart city, defense and public security segments. We are continuing to grow as our expertise and facilities around the world keep aircraft flying safely and transform and future-proof cities to make them more mobile, more secure and more livable.

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.

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

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds.

So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email [e-mail].