Senior Technical Recruiter

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BlackSky operates as a real-time intelligence business that owns and manages a space-based intelligence platform, delivering satellite imagery, automated analytics, and high-frequency monitoring for economic assets and strategic locations worldwide. Allied military intelligence organizations and commercial companies rely on this data to anticipate changes and support national security and economic needs. The organization's People team seeks an experienced Senior Technical Recruiter to guide end-to-end recruitment efforts. This professional will handle…

Job Description

BlackSky operates as a real-time intelligence business that owns and manages a space-based intelligence platform, delivering satellite imagery, automated analytics, and high-frequency monitoring for economic assets and strategic locations worldwide. Allied military intelligence organizations and commercial companies rely on this data to anticipate changes and support national security and economic needs. The organization's People team seeks an experienced Senior Technical Recruiter to guide end-to-end recruitment efforts.

This professional will handle full life cycle recruitment for technical roles, focusing heavily on sourcing passive candidates, overseeing the interview process, and managing compensation benchmarks in alignment with government contractor compliance. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of People and Culture, this team member will work closely with hiring managers and recruiting leadership to address hiring needs, maintain accurate candidate records, and manage applicant tracking systems such as Greenhouse. While being situated near a company office is preferred, strong applicants residing in certain states may work remotely.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive background knowledge in technical recruiting, internet sourcing, and scheduling via Outlook. This position suits an organized communicator who demonstrates composure during coordination tasks and acts as a positive representative of the company. In Washington, the anticipated salary span is $100,000 to $120,000 annually, with final compensation depending on educational background and experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with hiring managers and recruiting leadership to resolve challenges across the hiring cycle.
Manage online applicant tracking, review resumes, identify qualified individuals, and coordinate interview schedules.
Arrange phone, video conference, and additional interviews across the organization.
Partner with hiring managers to create requisitions that accurately detail duties, responsibilities, experience, education, certifications, and required security classifications.
Conduct compensation benchmarking and research to provide guidance on equitable offers.
Source top talent utilizing platforms such as LinkedIn and ZipRecruiter.
Keep hiring managers updated on recruitment status and hiring requirements.
Maintain recruitment records and ensure compliance.
Represent the company positively to candidates and employees.

Requirements

Minimum of eight years of full life cycle recruiting experience within a corporate or agency setting, focusing on technical roles such as software development, AI/ML engineering, and technical program management.
At least two years of previous recruiting experience within the aerospace sector.
Demonstrated experience utilizing an applicant tracking system, with familiarity using Greenhouse.
Strong background in candidate sourcing, internet searching, compensation negotiation, interview scheduling, and social media networking via LinkedIn.
Experience using compensation benchmarking tools to map out recommendations for positions and offers.
Familiarity with recruitment compliance, reporting, and government contractor hiring.
Proven experience managing calendars using Outlook and recruiting for non-exempt positions.
Familiarity with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, requiring U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, protected individual status, or eligibility for State Department authorizations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Background in the space or satellite industry.
Experience recruiting candidates with security clearances.
SHRM-CP or another human resources certification.

Core Skills

Communication Leadership Excel Negotiation Recruitment

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance options.
Employer coverage of 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental, and vision, plus a $100 monthly contribution for out-of-pocket expenses.
15 days of paid time off, 11 company holidays, 4 floating holidays, and 1 paid volunteer day per year.
Parental leave and employee assistance and travel assistance programs.
401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with an employer match.
Flexible Spending Accounts and an Employee Stock Purchase Program.
Employer-matched charitable donations.
Professional development opportunities.
Choice of Mac or PC equipment, alongside company swag.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the employment type for this position?

The posting specifies that this is a full-time role.

Where is the job located and is remote work permitted?

While being located near a company office is preferred, strong candidates in certain states are permitted to work remotely.

What is the expected salary for this role?

The anticipated salary range for candidates based in Washington is $100,000 to $120,000 per year, though final compensation depends on specific background and education. Salaries for other locations are not specified.

What are the core experience requirements for applicants?

Candidates must have a minimum of eight years of full life cycle recruiting experience focused on technical roles, at least two years of aerospace recruiting experience, and previous experience working as a government contractor recruiter.