Talent Acquisition Specialist or Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Posted 2 Months Ago
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Torrance, CA, USA
In-Office
85K-140K Annually
Senior level
Defense
The Role
Leads full-cycle technical recruiting and talent sourcing while partnering with managers on organizational design, succession planning, performance management, employee relations, compliance, benefits, compensation, and HR process improvement. Manages ATS data, staffing agencies, interviews, recruiting metrics, affirmative action reporting, HR audits, policy implementation, employee handbooks, events, and HR software projects.
Summary Generated by Built In
Intellisense Systems, Inc. is a privately held, Southern California-based technology innovator with a proven track record of developing and deploying innovative products that successfully operate in the most extreme environments. We solve tough, mission-critical challenges for our customers in the aerospace, defense, and commercial markets, delivering the full data continuum from sensing and embedded processing to video integration, displays, and data/video recording and storage for airborne and ground vehicle platforms. Our portfolio also includes environmental and maritime sensing and smart power management systems, engineered to the highest levels of safety certification and built with embedded cybersecurity and advanced encryption capabilities.
We are seeking a strategic, high-impact Talent Acquisition Specialist.  This is a unique dual-function individual contributor role designed for a professional who can navigate the complexities of full-cycle technical recruiting while simultaneously building trust with management and internal stakeholders on HR matters.  This position can be filled as a Talent Acquisition Specialist or a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist depending on the candidate's skills and experience.
Location: Torrance, CA (Onsite)
Responsibilities:
Talent Acquisition
  • Lead full-cycle hiring across technical and non-technical teams
  • Own hiring from sourcing to closing, including developing job descriptions, posting positions, sourcing and negotiating external recruitment efforts.
  • Conduct initial resume screening and perform "first-touch" phone screens.
  • Utilize LinkedIn and other databases to proactively find "passive" talent and build a pipeline of candidates.
  • Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies using AI-driven platforms and a variety of active and passive channels to identify and engage top-tier talent.
  • Manage our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).  Responsible for opening/closing requisitions, troubleshooting user issues, and ensuring all candidate data is correctly dispositioned for compliance.
  • Manage the end-to-end interview loop, including scheduling screens and on-site interviews.
  • Ensure every applicant has a seamless experience, from initial outreach to the first day of onboarding.
  • Track and report on key recruiting metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, pipeline conversion rates, etc.) to drive continuous improvement.
  • Engage and manage external staffing agencies; schedule intake calls, distribute job descriptions, and track candidate submissions.
  • Oversee Affirmative Action requirements and reports filings.
During periods of reduced recruiting volume, this role will pivot to support core HR initiatives, including:
  • Partner with department heads on organizational design, succession planning, stay interviews, and performance management, while coaching managers through employee relations inquiries.
  • Audit lifecycle workflows (onboarding, retention) to drive scalable solutions, support HR software implementations, and roll out company-wide policy updates.
  • Assist with compensation benchmarking, job analyses, benefits renewals, employee handbook updates, and coordinating company events.
  • Requirements:

Talent Acquisition Specialist
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field with 3+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition with 1-year of general administration included; or 5+ years of Talent Acquisition with 2 + year general administration included. 
  • HR certification (e.g., PHR or SHRM-CP) is a plus.
  • Exposure to a government contracting or other regulated environment is a plus.
  • Working knowledge of HRIS and ATS platforms and LinkedIn Recruiter.
  • Familiarity with FAR regulatory and document control requirements is a plus.

Senior Talent Acquisition & Human Resources Business Partner
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field and 7+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition and HR; or 7+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition and HR, with at least 3 years in a Senior or Generalist capacity.
  • HR certification (e.g., PHR or SHRM-CP) is a plus.
  • Proven track record in a government contracting environment is a plus.
  • Power-user level experience with ATS platforms (JazzHR, etc.) and advanced LinkedIn Recruiter sourcing. 
  • Working knowledge of HRIS platforms.
  • Strong understanding of FAR regulatory and document control requirements plus.
  • Previous experience supporting affirmative action or CMMC audits desired.

Skills, Abilities, & Attributes:
  • A "systems-thinking" approach to TA; the ability to not only fix a problem but to build a process that prevents it from recurring.
  • Superior organizational skills and ability to manage multiple moving parts without dropping the ball.
  • Professional presence with the ability to build rapport with agency partners and internal hiring managers.
  • A "continuous improvement" mentality.
  • Proactive and capable of managing multiple priorities while adapting to changing business needs.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment, working extended hours (as needed).
  • Strong self-motivation and attitude for personal career growth, willingness to self-learn, and work in new technology domains.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
What You Could Expect:
  • The ability to innovate, develop, and transition prototype technologies into new products, and to be rewarded for successful transitions.
  • The chance to continually work on new differentiating technologies and implement simple, elegant solutions to meet customer needs and that make an impact.
  • Leadership that enables its people with all the tools they need to be successful.
Please note: Job responsibilities within our organization are dynamic.  This may not be a complete list of duties.  Other responsibilities and duties may be assigned by your supervisor or upper management at any time.
Compensation: Level I $85,000–$110,000 or Level II $110,000–$140,000 (Base salary for this position will vary based on your skills, qualifications, and experience)
REQ #26037

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition and Human Resources, including at least 3 years in a senior or generalist capacity
  • Proven experience in a government contracting environment
  • Power-user experience with modern HRIS and ATS platforms
  • Advanced LinkedIn Recruiter experience
  • Strong understanding of FAR regulatory and/or ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 document control requirements
  • Experience supporting OFCCP or ISO audits
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other U.S. Person status as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)
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The Company
HQ: Torrance, CA
125 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

Intellisense Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of advanced sensing and display solutions supporting a data continuum from acquisition to visualization. We enhance our hardware with software that adds intelligence to our systems and can turn raw data into useful information for improved decision making and process automation. Intellisense Systems offers both off-the-shelf products and custom development services. These services include research and development, requirements analysis, design, systems integration, prototyping, production, testing, field support, and training. Headquartered in the South Bay area of Los Angeles, we occupy over 100,000 square feet across two facilities. Our manufacturing capabilities include electronics fabrication, unit qualification testing, systems integration, and volume production with full quality assurance. Intellisense Systems is qualified across engineering, accounting, and manufacturing to serve both government and commercial customers.

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