Talent Acquisition Business Partner 2

A major Aerospace company is seeking a contract Talent Acquisition Business Partner to support our Engineering & Sciences organization in a fast-paced, technically complex environment. This is a remote contract role, with a preference for candidates located in Maryland or the surrounding region to support occasional in person business needs and recruiting events.

A major Aerospace company is seeking a contract Talent Acquisition Business Partner to support our Engineering & Sciences organization in a fast-paced, technically complex environment.

This is a remote contract role, with a preference for candidates located in Maryland or the surrounding region to support occasional in person business needs and recruiting events.

  Basic Qualifications: 

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• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of full lifecycle recruiting experience (agency or corporate); or an additional 4 years in lieu of a degree
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• US Citizenship required
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• Experience sourcing and hiring diverse technical talent (e.g., engineering and related disciplines
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• Proven success managing multiple requisitions in a high volume, fast paced environment
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• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms
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• Ability to build and maintain strong talent pipelines and partnerships with hiring managers and HR
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• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a consultative, customer focused approach

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

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• Background in agency or staffing firm recruiting
• Experience in government contracting, aerospace, or defense
• Familiarity with Workday and Eightfold
• Demonstrated understanding of OFCCP compliance and regulated hiring environments
• Active in digital sourcing and social recruitment (LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, talent communities, niche boards)
• Experience developing market intelligence and engaging passive candidates
• Strong organizational skills; able to manage shifting priorities and multiple stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Self directed, with strong customer service orientation and results focus
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for recruiting events and business needs
• Serve as the primary recruiting partner to hiring managers and HR; lead strategy meetings to define role requirements and selection criteria
• Develop and execute data-driven hiring strategies for cleared and non cleared technical roles
• Manage full-cycle recruitment: posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, debriefs, references, and closing
• Build and maintain targeted talent pipelines aligned to near- and long term workforce needs
• Provide labor market and competitor insights to inform hiring decisions and prioritization
• Champion an excellent candidate and stakeholder experience with timely, inclusive decision-making
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and EEO/OFCCP requirements; maintain audit ready documentation
• Utilize ATS/CRM tools (e.g., Workday, Eightfold) to manage requisitions, track funnel metrics, and improve processes
• Represent Northrop Grumman at recruiting events and support a smooth onboarding experience for new hires
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