STR is currently seeking a Temporary Technical Sourcer to help us identify and engage top-tier talent to fill technical roles within the Defense Industry.
Core Responsibilities:
- Source, engage, and qualify candidates for technical roles (e.g., Software Engineers, Systems Engineers, Reverse Engineers, RF Engineers, etc.) supporting programs within the Defense Industry
- Build and manage pipelines of cleared candidates (Secret, TS/SCI, Poly)
- Partner with recruiters to understand the hiring needs of the technical staff
- Utilize defense-specific sourcing channels (e.g., ClearedJobs.net, ClearanceJobs, Dice Clearance, etc.), as well as LinkedIn Recruiter, SeekOut, and Boolean sourcing techniques
- Conduct phone screens, assess technical qualifications, and present vetted candidates to hiring teams
- Maintain compliance with government hiring guidelines and internal processes
- Ensure all candidate data is accurately tracked in the ATS
Requirements:
- 4+ years of technical sourcing experience, with at least 2 years specifically focused on sourcing within the Defense Industry
- Strong understanding of security clearance levels and government contract requirements
- Proven ability to source hard-to-find technical candidates in competitive cleared markets
- Experience working with government contracts, program hiring, and surge recruiting efforts
- Proficiency with sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, ClearanceJobs, Dice, SeekOut, etc.) and ATS platforms
- Excellent communication skills
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to operate independently in a fast-paced environment
- This position could potentially convert to full-time employment and therefore, requires the ability to obtain a security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is required by U.S. Government
Pay Information:
Full-Time Salary Range: $124,000 - $135,000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at [email protected] and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
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