Role Description:

Operating at the intersection of Open Source technology and National Defense, we are on a mission to advance freedom and independence globally. This mission means we need to bring in top talent and diverse perspectives to contribute to mission value for the heroes we serve.

As a Director of Talent Acquisition at Defense Unicorns, you will help set and own the strategy for attracting, recruiting, and hiring new talent (i.e. Unicorns) at scale. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our organization by scaling the impact of a high-performing funct

You will work autonomously in a fast-paced startup environment, leverage previous talent acquisition experience, collaborate on and experiment with current recruiting processes, and implement strong talent acquisition operations practices and data analytics to enable the achievement of hiring objectives that support business goals.

Responsibilities: Learn our company's products and business model. Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy tailored to the unique needs of our company, supporting our business goals and growth objectives. Drive talent acquisition initiatives on a global scale. Strategize with leadership, departmental heads, and hiring managers and People Operations across the organization to forecast talent requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional People Operations teams, including Total Rewards (Compensation & Benefits), People Business Partners, Learning & Development, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging to share and support an integrated People strategy. Build and nurture a robust talent pipeline by cultivating relationships with top industry talent, networking within communities, raising awareness of our company, and leveraging external partnerships. Position the company as an industry leader from an employer brand perspective. Spearhead outreach initiatives to cultivate talent pipelines from a diverse array of experience including bootcamp programs, colleges, and universities. Ensure effective, seamless, fair, and compliant sourcing and recruitment processes at scale while maintaining clear and timely communication while balancing the candidate experience with the hiring team experience and business need. Review and reassess the talent acquisition hiring processes, at a minimum, every 12-18 months to identify areas for improvement and strategically implement and manage changes to achieve system level outcomes. Advise on training, guidance materials, and resources available to support stakeholders involved in talent acquisition processes. Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to the talent acquisition team (aka The Unicorn Collecting Team), fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment. Utilize data-driven insights to track recruitment metrics, evaluate the effectiveness of hiring strategies, and drive continuous improvement in talent acquisition technologies, processes, systems. Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in remote talent acquisition, maintaining our competitive edge in the market. Identify and escalate patterns and trends to leadership as a trusted advisor with recommendations for the company. Lead the full recruitment lifecycle for technical and non-technical positions, leveraging innovative sourcing strategies to identify and attract top talent from diverse backgrounds to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce Lead negotiations at the highest organizational level and support the negotiation efforts at all levels to support the offer acceptance rate leveraging a thorough understanding of the company's total rewards package. Demonstrate an expert level of understanding of employment law and obligations for federal government contractors that impact talent acquisition processes, consulting with experts as needed, to dvise the company on guardrails and best practices for legal hiring. Review and negotiate contract terms with external search partners. Propose plans for budgeting/investments in Talent Acquisition, execution, and scale of the teams. Own decision making in partnership with company and People Operations leadership.

Travel Expectations/Requirements: 10% - 20%

The listed responsibilities are not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned based on the evolving needs of the organization. We are seeking a dynamic individual who is able to adapt and take on new responsibilities as they arise.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications: Proven track record of success in talent acquisition leadership roles, preferably in remote or distributed work environments in the technology or defense sectors. Experience leading the end-to-end recruitment processes for technical and non-technical roles, with a focus on sourcing and attracting top talent in a competitive market. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams and individuals to achieve goals and deliver results. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across an organization as well as externally on behalf of an organization. Deep understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices, with a commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce while maintaining legal and fair hiring practices. Proficiency in data analysis and utilization of recruitment metrics to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement. Familiarity with remote work technologies, collaboration tools, and applicant tracking systems (Greenhouse) preferred. Passion for people, innovation, technology, and national defense, with a desire to contribute to our mission of advancing security and freedom.