Description
We are seeking a driven and experienced Sourcer to join our talent acquisition team, specifically focusing on our critical Manufacturing and Production Engineering Operations. In this role, you will proactively identify, engage, and nurture top-tier talent across various hardware manufacturing, assembly, and related engineering disciplines to support our fast-paced, innovative environment.
This role is open to 6 month contract.
As a Sourcer, you will be responsible for:
Talent Identification: Utilize advanced sourcing techniques, market research, and industry networks to uncover passive and active candidates with expertise in areas such as Electro-Mechanical Assembly, Integration, Avionics, Wire Harnessing, and Mechanical Assembly.
Candidate Engagement: Initiate and develop meaningful relationships with prospective manufacturing talent through tailored messaging and personalized communication, effectively conveying Anduril's mission and the impact of our opportunities.
Pipeline Development: Build and maintain robust candidate pipelines for a diverse range of manufacturing and production engineering roles, ensuring a steady flow of high-quality talent for immediate and future hiring needs.
Collaboration: Partner effectively with recruiters to understand specific role requirements, production demands, and align sourcing strategies with broader operational and product development goals.
Process Improvement: Analyze sourcing metrics and candidate data to refine and optimize sourcing strategies and workflows, contributing to continuous improvement within the talent acquisition function.
Required Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 4+ years in sourcing or recruiting, with a proven track record of hiring for complex manufacturing, production, or hardware engineering roles within high-tech, defense, aerospace, or similarly complex hardware industries.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage, build rapport, and influence candidates and internal stakeholders.
Analytical Mindset: Proficient in using data-driven approaches to evaluate sourcing effectiveness and make informed decisions about strategy.
Tool Proficiency: Familiarity with applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search techniques, and other sourcing tools.
Collaborative Spirit: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Industry Expertise: Proven experience in manufacturing or hardware engineering sourcing within startups, defense, aerospace, automotive, complex hardware, or high-tech industries.
Tooling Experience: Expertise using Greenhouse, Gem, various AI tools, and LinkedIn Recruiter.
Manufacturing & Engineering Acumen: Strong understanding of hardware manufacturing processes and production methodologies
Independent & Proactive: Highly self-sufficient with the ability to work autonomously and take initiative without requiring constant supervision.
Resilient & Creative Problem Solver: Demonstrates flexibility in tackling challenges, quickly troubleshooting issues, and devising innovative solutions on the fly.
Exceptional Communication: Communicates directly and succinctly, sharing information promptly to foster collaboration. Practices active listening and engages thoughtfully.
Strong Sense of Ownership: Takes full accountability for their responsibilities and stays aligned with the business mission. Actively seeks opportunities to enhance company performance, even beyond their explicit role.
Low Ego, High Curiosity: Values continuous learning over being right, embraces honest feedback, and views setbacks as opportunities for growth and improvement.