People Acquisition Recruiter

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
The Aerospace Corporation is looking to hire a People Acquisition Recruiter to lead recruiting efforts for our Electronic and Sensors Division (ESD). In this role, you will recruit talented professionals with backgrounds supporting world class engineering and scientific leaders in space-related electronics and remote sensing systems to support national-security, civil, and commercial customers. These amazing candidates will possess expertise knowledge in satellites, airborne, and terrestrial remote sensing systems, electronics design and evaluation, and power systems.
Our ideal People Acquisition Recruiter is an enthusiastic, innovative, high-energy, self-motivated recruitment professional, with experience in managing talent acquisition strategies. This individual demonstrates experience in qualifying and interviewing, plus performs candidate relationship management, as well as manager relationship management.
Work Model
This position is hybrid and tied to one of the major campuses in El Segundo, CA, Chantilly, VA, Colorado Springs, CO, or Crystal City DC.
What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct intake sessions with Hiring Managers, review resumes for minimum qualifications, conduct phone screens.
• Effectively negotiate and extend offers.
• Actively source passive candidates using tools such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and Clearance Jobs.
• Closely strategize with hiring managers, Compensation, and HR Business Partners to provide insight on market data of candidates.
• Develop internal and external networks to support passive sourcing efforts.
• Track and maintain reporting of applicant and position metrics.
• Implement creative recruitment tactics that attract experienced staff.
• Work within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) guidelines; define manage applicant and candidate activity.
• Employ interviewing techniques to assess the fit between a candidate's previous experience and the needs of the open position.
• Work closely with internal business customers to manage recruiting strategy.
• Remain within compliance standard.
• Train hiring managers on the recruitment process and the steps that they are responsible with completing.
• Work closely with Talent Acquisition management to further define the recruitment process and develop ongoing talent acquisition strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements for Level II:

• Position requires a 4-year degree and a minimum of 4+ years of recruitment experience, or High School equivalent with 6+ years of relevant recruitment experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Experience recruiting technical, engineering and cleared professionals.
• Experience sourcing passive candidates.
• Experience working with and influencing upper-level management.
• Experience in talent acquisition process management, strategy creation, problem-solving and negotiation.
• Direct experience with Workday or other ATS systems.
• Experience leveraging sourcing data in weekly conversations with hiring managers and People Acquisition leadership.

Additional Minimum Requirements for Level III:

• Position requires a 4-year degree and a minimum of 6+ years of recruitment experience, or High School equivalent with 8+ years of relevant recruitment experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Demonstrated experience sourcing and converting passive talent into hires.
• Proven relationship building skills.
• Ability to work with various business units and departments.
• Gather and analyze information skillfully.
• Demonstrate resourcefulness and initiative in dealing with daily assumptions.
• Skills in problem solving; including the ability to identify and appropriately evaluate a course of action.
• Ability to act independently on routine assignments or projects, and work within a team setting.
• Ability to plan, organize and multi-task to complete assignments in an efficient manner.
• Ability to communicate professionally, both oral and written
• Ability to pay attention to details and perform at a high-level accuracy.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Mid - Max)
$75,937 - $97,969 - $120,000
Pay Basis: Annual
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [email protected]. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.