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Talent Acquisition Specialist

Spectraforce Technologies
United States, Virginia, Blacksburg
Mar 27, 2026
Role: Talent Acquisition Specialist Location: Blacksburg, VA 24060 Duration: 6 months assignment with possible Extension Schedule: 7:00am - 3:00pm Overview: Join the Space and Defense Group as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, where you will support recruitment activities and partner with hiring managers to attract top talent. This role offers a flexible, hybrid schedule and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: Partner with hiring managers to accurately define position requirements and develop an effective sourcing strategy Support the business and assigned functional areas with acquiring talent, including attending town hall meetings and business update meetings for various initiatives Identify and partner with technical vocational schools and local workforce organizations Plan and coordinate onsite company hiring events, represent the organization at local job fairs, and participate in any industry-related networking events Proactively source candidates Conduct phone screens to qualify and present candidates to the hiring teams Prepare, extend, and negotiate offers Compose and post attractive job advertisements Maintain data integrity in the Applicant Tracking System Workday Communicate with hiring teams throughout the recruitment process Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Over five years of experience with full cycle recruiting, inclusive of managing a high-volume requisition load Experience recruiting and hiring in a manufacturing environment Ability to build strong relationships and enact influence with business partners of all levels Highly organized, with the ability to act with urgency Resourceful and creative ability to attract talent