Talent Acquisition Coordinator - JobID-0289

Innovative Defense Technologies; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with matching

Tuition assistance

Professional development resources

Pre‑Tax commuter benefits

Monthly tech connect events

Annual employee recognition awards

Catered lunches

Job summary

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is hiring a Talent Acquisition Coordinator to join our HR team at the Arlington, VA location. This on‑site role requires 3 days in the office and supports the Emerging Talent Program as well as overall recruiting operations.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in HR or related field (or equivalent experience) and 0–2 years in admin/recruiting, with strong MS Office skills and the ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field, or equivalent full‑time professional experience.
• 0–2 years of professional experience in administrative support, recruiting coordination, or HR support.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational & communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Interview Logistics: schedule and manage candidate interviews across multiple stakeholders.
• Support Recruiting Operations: post job descriptions in the ATS and external platforms, track candidate progress.
• Maintain Documentation & Compliance: collect, organize, and file candidate documentation, including reference checks and I‑9 processing.
• Partner Across Stakeholders: collaborate with recruiters, hiring managers, and HR to support hiring needs across multiple offices.
• Manage Recruiting Systems & Tools: update and maintain Talent Acquisition materials, templates, and documentation within SharePoint and other systems.
• Enhance Candidate Experience: provide responsive, professional communication to candidates throughout recruitment lifecycle.
• Drive Operational Efficiency: identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes and reduce bottlenecks.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Interpersonal & communication

Discretion with confidential info

Travel readiness 10%

Customer-service mindset

Fast-paced work style

Education

Bachelor's in HR or related field

0–2 years in admin/recruiting/HR support

Tools

SharePoint

ATS familiarity

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Office (Office 365)

Job description

About The Role:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Talent Acquisition Coordinator to be part of our Human Resources team and based out of our Arlington, VA location.

As Talent Acquisition Coordinator, you will assist in all aspects of the recruiting life-cycle as well as provide administrative support for IDT's Emerging Talent Program. This Program is a unique and immersive experience designed to attract, develop, and retain high performers who share our vision of developing innovative, industry-leading solutions for our customers in the DOD. The Emerging Talent Program allows participants to work on real-world projects, learn from industry experts, and build their professional network.

Clearance & Location Requirements:

• All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 3 days in office, based out of our Arlington, VA location.

Department

• HR & Communications

Employment Type

• Full Time

Location

• Arlington, VA

Address

• 4401 Wilson Boulevard Suite 810, Arlington, Virginia, 22203

Workplace type

• Hybrid

Compensation

• $60,000 - $65,000 / year

What You Will Do:

50% Talent Acquisition Operations

• Coordinate Interview Logistics: Schedule and manage candidate interviews across multiple stakeholders, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience.
• Support Recruiting Operations: Post job descriptions in the ATS and external platforms, track candidate progress, and maintain accurate recruiting data.
• Maintain Documentation & Compliance: Collect, organize, and file candidate documentation, including reference checks and I‑9 processing, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Partner Across Stakeholders: Collaborate with recruiters, hiring managers, and HR to support hiring needs across multiple offices and business areas.
• Manage Recruiting Systems & Tools: Update and maintain Talent Acquisition materials, templates, and documentation within SharePoint and other systems.
• Enhance Candidate Experience: Provide responsive, professional communication to candidates throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Drive Operational Efficiency: Proactively identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance overall team effectiveness.

50% Emerging Talent Functions

• Support the day-to-day execution of university recruiting, internship, and early career programs.
• Attend career fairs and other campus recruiting events.
• Develop summer internship programming calendar, including networking events, professional development workshops, and engagement activities.
• Assist with emerging talent communications, marketing, and recruitment materials.
• Support Emerging Talent Lead with other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Who You Are (Required):

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent full‑time professional experience
• 0–2 years of full‑time professional experience in administrative support, recruiting coordination, or HR support
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer‑service‑oriented mindset
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and ability to operate effectively in a fast‑pacedenvironment

What Makes You Stand Out

• Previous experience in campus recruiting, recruiting coordination, or HR support
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms
• Experience working with SharePoint or similar document management systems
• Background or knowledge of the higher education landscape, including how universities, career centers, student organizations, and campus stakeholders operate.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple programs, projects, timelines, and priorities from planning through execution.

Pay Range*: $60,000 - $65,000

This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Job Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
• 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development Resources
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits
• Organization‑Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards
• Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches

EEO Statement

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About Innovative Defense Technologies

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission‑critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale.

At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission‑critical outcomes by consistently delivering high‑quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem‑solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions.