Senior Talent Acquisition Sourcer - Fixed term

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. 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 provided reliable access to orbit since 2018 becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad an advanced 13-tonne payload class reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope NASA Psyche Mission Artemis I Mars Ingenuity helicopter and more.

Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!

PEOPLE & CULTURE

Rocket Labs 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 customers missions and theyre responsible for supporting their development nurturing their skills and talent and retaining the world-class people already on our team.

SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION PARTNER FIXED TERM

Rocket Lab is on a mission to redefine access to space and we need exceptional talent to get there. As a Senior Talent Acquisition Sourcer based on-site at Rocket Lab Headquarters in Long Beach CA youll be at the forefront of building the teams that drive our innovation. This strategic hands-on sourcing position involves partnering closely with production department recruiters and leaders to define candidate profiles develop innovative search strategies and build pipelines of both active and passive candidates.

We seek a career Sourcer with experience identifying top-tier talent for complex technical and engineering roles in fast-paced manufacturing this role you will leverage advanced sourcing tools to uncover hard-to-find talent in aerospace defense and cutting-edge technology. If you have deep expertise with sourcing platforms a passion for connecting with passive candidates and the drive to operate with urgency and creativity youll feel right at home here. Youll be the first-ever dedicated TA Sourcer for our team so youll have the unique opportunity to shape this role and make a huge impact on our sourcing strategies and capabilities!

*This is a 6-month fixed-term role for immediate hire with the potential opportunity to convert to full-time employment upon term completion. This role sits onsite at our global HQ in Long Beach CA remote work is not considered for this position.*

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for technical roles utilizing advanced sourcing tools and techniques including LinkedIn Recruiter Boolean search Indeed and niche industry platforms.
• Own search strategy development proactive outreach campaigns and initial candidate assessments to ensure a consistent flow of high-quality candidates.
• Engage and convert passive candidates through creative outreach referral campaigns and relationship building while promoting Rocket Labs employer brand.
• Build and maintain robust talent pipelines for hard-to-fill niche or high-priority roles ensuring long-term alignment with future hiring needs.
• Conduct high-level candidate screening and interviews assessing skills motivations and cultural fit to achieve strong interview-to-offer ratios.
• Provide market intelligence and talent mapping offering insights into talent availability competitor trends and compensation benchmarks.
• Collaborate closely with recruiters and hiring managers to define candidate personas calibrate search efforts and provide timely updates on pipeline progress.
• Champion diversity sourcing strategies and ensure an outstanding candidate experience at every touchpoint.
• Contribute to recruitment marketing efforts including social media outreach university events and talent community engagement.
• Track and report on key sourcing metrics continuously optimizing processes and strategies for better outcomes.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree and 5 years of full-time experience as a dedicated Talent Acquisition Sourcer ideally within aerospace defense technology or a fast-paced startup environment -OR- 9 years of overall experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Proven expertise sourcing for technical and niche engineering roles.
• Advanced proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter Boolean search Indeed and other sourcing platforms and strategies.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) such as Greenhouse Lever Workday Recruiting or similar.
• Track record of building pipelines for passive candidates through creative sourcing networking and engagement campaigns.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience at an agency or high-growth startup with a focus on hard-to-fill roles.
• Demonstrated success in market research talent insights and competitor intelligence to drive data-driven recruiting decisions.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills to effectively present Rocket Labs value proposition to top talent.
• Strong time and project management skills thriving in a dynamic fast-paced environment while managing multiple roles simultaneously.
• Creative resourceful and highly motivated with a sense of urgency and ownership.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience partnering with hiring managers directors and executives to define hiring needs and strategies.
• Deep understanding of complex engineering principles and technical job profiles.

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.
• Must be able to work on site Monday Friday at our Long Beach CA facility

Senior TA Sourcer Hourly Pay Range: $40/hour - $60/hour

WHAT TO EXPECT

Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats 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 others 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 how we can deliver rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia Japan New Zealand Switzerland the European Union or a country that is part of NATO or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations click hereITAR Regulations.