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 the VP of Talent Strategy, 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 San Antonio Aerospace 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 recruiter, 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.