Senior Talent Acquisition Partner I

ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.   Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.  PEOPLE & CULTURE Rocket Lab’s People & Culture team is responsible for looking after our most valuable asset: our people. Across our global teams, the People & Culture team supports our people and departments across recruitment, new staff orientation, compensation, training and development. They make sure our growing and diverse global team is supported and capable of delivering our projects and customer’s missions, and they’re responsible for supporting their development, nurturing their skills and talent, and retaining the world-class people already on our team. SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION PARTNER I Based onsite at Rocket Lab’s global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Senior Talent Acquisition Partner is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates alike to fill highly critical roles.   This is a full life-cycle recruitment position – you will own everything from initial sourcing and screening to extending offers. As a member of the TA team, you will be integral in fulfilling our mission to open up access to space to improve life on earth by hiring innovators who will help shape our rapidly expanding programs.  *This role sits onsite at our Long Beach, CA headquarters – remote work is not considered for this position.* WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:  Serve as a strategic hiring expert and partner to hiring managers and business unit leaders  Partner with hiring managers to determine the requirements and expectations for their open positions, and the qualities of their ideal candidate  Manage the full hiring life-cycle, from initial sourcing and screening to extending offers  Screen candidates for open roles and guide them through the interview process  Build a diverse pipeline of talent, including passive candidates, through sourcing, cold calling, phone screens, and networking  Utilize our ATS (Greenhouse) to build reports and analyze key metrics on recruiting activities to drive process improvements  Travel as needed to support hiring efforts at other sites, including Launch Complex 3 in Wallops Island VA and Space Structures Complex in Middle River, MD  YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree  5+ years of full-time, full-cycle recruiting experience   THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:  8+ years of full-time recruiting experience preferred  Agency and in-house recruiting experience  Experience recruiting for high-volume nonexempt roles and/or engineering roles such as: production, manufacturing, test, mechanical, electrical, systems, propulsion, etc.  Ability to work in a fast-paced environment supporting high-performing teams  Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with hiring managers at all levels, as well as candidates and external partners  Previous experience sourcing for highly technical and niche roles   ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.     Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing.    Must be physically able to commute to buildings   Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise.  Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab.  Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts. Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company’s discretion.Base Pay Range (CA Only)$95,000—$110,000 USD  WHAT TO EXPECT  We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on h