Talent Acquisition Business Partner 1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Talent Acquisition Business Partner 1, in Oklahoma City, OK. Job ID#218909

Job Description:

We are seeking a University Relations & Recruiting (UR&R) Associate Talent Acquisition Business Partner (TABP) for the Aeronautics sector, who is ready to play a critical role in building the teams that power our mission. This role is designed for a strategic talent partner who thrives at the intersection of business partnership, talent strategy, and organizational impact.

We're looking for a TABP to own the full cycle of University Relations & Recruiting in our world-class Aeronautics organization. You'll build and manage strategic relationships with target universities, partner directly with hiring managers to build pipelines and hire high-quality technical talent and play a key role in shaping how we grow our workforce.

This position is based in Oklahoma City, OK, aligned to one of our core Aeronautics Systems sites for mission critical programs and key university partnerships, and will require up to 25% travel, particularly during peak campus recruiting seasons.

Why This Role Matters
The future of aeronautics innovation depends on the people we bring into our organization. As a UR&R Associate Talent Acquisition Business Partner (TABP) you will play a direct role in shaping the teams that design, build, and deliver technologies that protect and advance the world. You will be a part of a Talent Acquisition organization that values curiosity, collaboration, innovation, and impact, where recruiters are empowered to think strategically, act boldly, and continuously improve how we serve the business. If you are passionate about recruiting exceptional teams, we invite you to explore this opportunity and help us continue Defining Possible

In this role, you will:
Build and manage strategic relationships with target universities and student organizations aligned to our business needs
Establish and maintain long-term university partnerships, including faculty, career service, and student organizations
Develop and execute campus recruiting strategies to build a sustainable early career talent pipeline (i.e. engineering disciplines and emerging technologies)
Maintaining a 'keep warm' strategy for our candidates across the academic cycles
Screen, assess and present qualified early career candidates aligned to defined hiring profiles
Partner with hiring managers to refine candidate criteria and selection strategies
Act as strategic advisor to hiring managers and early career talent market trends and campus strategy
Lead planning and execution of campus events, networking sessions, and student engagement initiatives
Promote company culture, values, and mission alignment to strengthen brand presence
Ensure seamless, high quality candidate experience through effective communication and process transparency
Use data insights to inform campus strategy aligned to business sustainability and affordability posture
Ensure adherence to recruiting policies, university guidelines, and compliance requirements
Manage full life cycle recruitment for regional and site-specific early career and intern hiring requisitions
Collaborate with Enterprise and Sector UR&R teams to participate in university partnerships
Update candidate activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS) to ensure data integrity
Develop and analyze UR&R metrics
Develop and implement process improvements that drive operating excellence
The successful candidates will have exposure to the college recruiting space and display the ability to consult with all levels of internal and external customers, including students and University partners, Hiring Managers, and various levels of leadership

Basic Qualifications for an Associate Talent Acquisition Business Partner:
High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of experience in Talent Acquisition Recruiting / University Relations OR Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of experience in Talent Acquisition Recruiting / University Relations
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to obtain a U.S Government clearance
Travel required up to 25%
Must be based in Oklahoma City, OK or within a reasonable commuting distance

Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ownership of full-cycle recruiting through offer accept
Proficiency in Workday and Eightfold
Previous TA experience in Corp recruiting environment
TA experience within the internship and early career arena

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance