CesiumAstro is redefining connectivity in aerospace with advanced communications systems for space and airborne platforms. We are seeking a Senior Technical Sourcer to play a critical role in building the talent pipelines that power our mission.
In this role, you will partner closely with recruiters and hiring leaders to identify, engage, and attract top-tier engineering talent across aerospace, defense, and advanced technology domains. You’ll bring a strategic, data-driven approach to sourcing while serving as a trusted advisor on talent market trends and competitive intelligence.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill technical roles across systems engineering, RF/communications, avionics, software, manufacturing, and other aerospace domains.
- Build and own high-quality candidate pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
- Create talent maps across key competitors, niche skill sets, and emerging talent pools.
- Drive consistent delivery of highly qualified candidates for assigned roles.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on aerospace and defense talent markets, including cleared talent.
- Provide insights on talent availability, compensation trends, and competitive positioning.
- Advise recruiters and hiring managers on effective sourcing strategies and market conditions.
- Track and report on pipeline health, sourcing effectiveness, and channel performance.
- Collaborate with recruiters and hiring managers to deeply understand role requirements and team needs.
- Participate in intake meetings to calibrate candidate profiles and hiring strategies.
- Help refine job requirements and align on candidate quality and expectations.
- Proactively engage passive candidates through personalized outreach.
- Conduct initial screenings to assess technical expertise, domain knowledge, and alignment with CesiumAstro’s mission.
- Build strong candidate relationships and deliver an exceptional candidate experience.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in technical sourcing or recruiting, ideally within aerospace, defense, or engineering-driven industries.
- Proven success sourcing for niche, hard-to-fill technical roles.
- Strong understanding of aerospace and defense roles (e.g., systems engineering, avionics, RF, software, manufacturing).
- Familiarity with U.S. security clearances and related hiring considerations.
- Expertise in sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, SeekOut, or similar platforms.
- Experience with ATS and CRM systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Lever, Workday).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to track and interpret sourcing data.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple searches and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in technical sourcing or recruiting
- Experience sourcing for niche, hard-to-fill technical roles
- Understanding of aerospace and defense roles, including systems engineering, avionics, RF, software, and manufacturing
- Familiarity with U.S. security clearances and related hiring considerations
- Expertise with sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, SeekOut, or similar platforms
- Experience with ATS and CRM systems such as Greenhouse, Lever, or Workday
- Strong analytical skills and ability to track and interpret sourcing data
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage multiple searches and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience within aerospace, defense, or engineering-driven industries
CesiumAstro Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CesiumAstro and has not been reviewed or approved by CesiumAstro.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus FSAs and mental health benefits. Feedback suggests the health package is comprehensive for a growth-stage aerospace firm.
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Retirement Support — Offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and other retirement-plan elements. Feedback suggests core retirement mechanisms are in place alongside standard financial benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid holidays, paid sick days, and bereavement leave are included. Feedback suggests time-off options are broad on paper across multiple leave types.
CesiumAstro Insights
What We Do
We build high-throughput, plug-and-play phased array communication payloads for space and airborne platforms. CesiumAstro’s full-stack, multi-mission hardware and software products enable a diverse range of commercial and defense objectives. Full-system engineering design is at the heart of every CesiumAstro product. We deliver high-performance solutions under rapid development timelines.
Why Work With Us
At CesiumAstro, we’re a team. We’re passionate, respectful, and determined colleagues ready to help at a moment’s notice. We’re mentors excited to enable our peers with the knowledge they need to succeed. Together, we’re visionaries committing to building memories that will last a lifetime.
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