Manager, Talent Acquisition

ST Engineering North America; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with strong company match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life Insurance

Job summary

ST Engineering North America in Pensacola is seeking a seasoned Talent Acquisition leader with a proven track record in designing recruitment strategies for skilled trades and aviation professionals. You will guide 1-2 recruiters, shape messaging, and partner with leadership to meet staffing goals in a fast-changing environment.

You will oversee end-to-end recruiting, integrate new technology, monitor KPIs, and drive a candidate-centric onboarding experience across our Pensacola MRO unit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 7+ years in talent acquisition with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• 2 years recent experience recruiting skilled tradesmen; aviation experience a plus.
• Proven ability to design and implement talent acquisition strategies aligned with goals.
• Experience with ATS and HRIS; strong social media recruitment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive TA strategy aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
• Lead and mentor 1–2 recruiters, guiding, supporting, and providing performance feedback.
• Partner with senior leadership and hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruitment plans for key positions.
• Oversee the recruitment process end-to-end: posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offers, and onboarding.
• Build and maintain relationships with external recruiting agencies, job boards, and other talent sources for a steady pipeline.
• Implement and leverage recruiting technology, tools, and systems to streamline processes.
• Monitor and analyze recruitment metrics and KPIs to drive data-driven improvements.
• Stay informed about market trends and best practices in talent acquisition and employer branding.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure a seamless candidate experience and onboarding.
• Maintain confidentiality as required.

Skills

Talent Acquisition Leadership

Recruitment Strategy

Stakeholder Collaboration

Data-driven decisions

People management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ATS

HRIS

Social media recruiting

Job description

Who YOU Are And What You Can Become

Are you a resilient and resourceful Talent Acquisition leader with successful experience recruiting highly skilled tradesmen? 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 unknown

Who YOU Are And What You Can Become

Are you a resilient and resourceful Talent Acquisition leader with successful experience recruiting highly skilled tradesmen? 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 unknown. If 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!

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 of SR HR Leadership, 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 Pensacola MRO business unit. Your role will be a working leader position leading 1-2 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.
• 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 recruitment process, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and candidate assessment.
• Build and maintain relationships with external recruiting agencies, job boards, and other talent sources to ensure a steady pipeline of qualified candidates.
• 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.
• 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.
• 2 years of recent experience recruiting skilled tradesmen, commercial airlines experience recruiting aircraft maintenance technicians a plus!
• 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.

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

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.

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.

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 1-571-771-0101 or by email at [e-mail].