Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you.
We are looking for a Senior Technical Sourcer to locate and engage talent for our Engineering teams. Supporting the technical recruiting team, you will use your relationship skills and sourcing expertise to find both active and passive technical talent.  This is a multifaceted job that requires both outstanding organizational skills and the ability to understand, promote, and develop the core culture of a small company. Technical Sourcing activities will include sourcing candidates from a variety of platforms, management of online postings, and helping to develop high impact recruiting strategies. You will work closely with Cesium engineering and business staff to develop and execute recruiting projects and priority needs.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPartner with recruiters and hiring managers to develop an intimate understanding of the business needs and open positions.Utilize various sourcing channels, including online platforms, social media, and industry events, to identify and attract high-quality technical candidates.Stay informed about industry trends, competitor landscapes, and emerging talent pools to provide insights and recommendations for effective sourcing strategies.Proactively reach out to potential candidates, creating compelling messages to spark their interest in opportunities at CesiumAstro. Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system, ensuring a seamless recruitment process.Screen and qualify passive candidates for experience, competencies, culture traits and alignments with core values.Work closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and job requirements.Strategically plan and execute impactful sourcing campaigns.JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree required.Minimum 7+ years of sourcing experience working in a fast-paced start-up environment or high-volume recruiting.3+ years of technical sourcing experience in niche Engineering roles within the space and defense industry including but not limited to aerospace, electrical, mechanical, software, manufacturing, and other engineering positions.Experience building and developing pipelines of high-quality engineering candidates.Intuitive sourcing skills and a knack for identifying and engaging top talent.Self-motivated, with a high sense of urgency and a keen eye for details.A motivated, dynamic, and curious mind with excellent research skills.Strong experience using LinkedIn Recruiter and an ATS, Lever a plus.Prior start-up experience a plus.CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package featuring health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life and retirement plans.  CesiumAstro, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.