Talent Acquisition Partner III-Executive and Corporate Functions

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner III to lead complex recruitment efforts across the enterprise. You will manage end-to-end recruitment, partner with hiring managers, and leverage analytics to optimize processes and outcomes.

The role requires strong ATS proficiency, in-depth knowledge of employment laws, and the ability to influence senior leadership on sourcing strategy and market trends. Hybrid work is available with generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University.
• 4+ years of experience in talent acquisition or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
• In-depth understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Must be able to handle complex searches while partnering directly with executive leaders.
• Must demonstrate aptitude with direct sourcing as well as building and maintaining a strong network for pipeline recruiting.
• Experience with salary negotiation and closing candidates.
• Demonstrated consultative and solution oriented approach to recruitment search engagements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a quality candidate pipeline and providing a high level of client service.
• Experience as a business partner and advisor to hiring managers on talent and market trends.
• Ability to utilize data and reporting tools to make recommendations on sourcing strategies and track metrics.
• Intermediate knowledge of specific AI tools relevant to daily recruiting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing and attracting candidates to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Develop and implement advanced recruitment strategies in collaboration with hiring managers and HR business partners.
• Conduct in-depth evaluations and screenings of candidates' qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment by actively seeking and engaging candidates from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Provide a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear and timely communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Utilize data and analytics to optimize recruitment strategies and processes.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior Talent Acquisition team members.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to influence hiring decisions and align talent acquisition with business goals.
• Act as a strategic partner to hiring managers as it relates to sourcing strategies and talent market trends.
• Provide timely updates to the business partners throughout the hiring process on the candidate pipeline, market feedback and industry trends.
• Ensure compliance and educate hiring managers on SNC’s hiring requirements.

Skills

ATS proficiency

Data analytics

Candidate sourcing

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication skills

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Experience-based substitution allowed

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Workday ATS

Beamery CRM

ATS software

Job description

Are you known for your attention to detail and pride yourself on your people skills? This could be the perfect opportunity for you! The Talent Acquisition Partner III is responsible for managing complex recruitment efforts and implementing advanced talent acquisition strategies. This position involves handling the full recruitment cycle, partnering with hiring managers to fill critical roles, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. The Talent Acquisition Partner III leverages data and analytics to optimize recruitment processes and influence talent decisions. As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing and attracting candidates to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Develop and implement advanced recruitment strategies in collaboration with hiring managers and HR business partners.
• Conduct in-depth evaluations and screenings of candidates' qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment by actively seeking and engaging candidates from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Provide a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear and timely communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Utilize data and analytics to optimize recruitment strategies and processes.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior Talent Acquisition team members.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to influence hiring decisions and align talent acquisition with business goals.
• Act as a strategic partner to hiring managers as it relates to sourcing strategies and talent market trends.
• Provide timely updates to the business partners throughout the hiring process on the candidate pipeline, market feedback and industry trends.
• Ensure compliance and educate hiring managers on SNC’s hiring requirements.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University.
• 4+ years of experience in talent acquisition or a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications.
• In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Advanced proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
• In-depth understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Must be able to handle complex searches while partnering directly with executive leaders.
• Must demonstrate aptitude with direct sourcing as well as building and maintaining a strong network for pipeline recruiting.
• Experience with salary negotiation and closing candidates.
• Demonstrated consultative and solution oriented approach to recruitment search engagements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a quality candidate pipeline and providing a high level of client service.
• Strong project management, organizational and communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively cross functionally.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, results-oriented approach.
• Ability to accurately and positively represent SNC to the job market.
• Experience as a business partner and advisor to hiring managers on talent and market trends.
• Ability to utilize data and reporting tools to make recommendations on sourcing strategies and track metrics.
• Intermediate knowledge of specific AI tools relevant to daily recruiting tasks.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry, in either a corporate setting or recruiting agency.
• Certification in HR or Talent Acquisition (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP, AIRS).
• Advanced proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools.
• Experience in both agency and corporate recruiting environments.
• Proficient in attracting passive talent.
• Experience with technical recruiting.
• Experience working in a service focused organization of comparable size and complexity.
• Experience with Workday ATS and Beamery CRM.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Essential Functions

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively via phone, email, and in-person.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

Estimated Starting Salary Range

$94,345.12 - $129,724.54. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package

• medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs.

If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow.

Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.