Hybrid Senior Talent Acquisition Manager – Aviation

at TransMedics, Inc.

• Job title: Senior Talent Acquisition Manager – Aviation
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Pennsylvania, United States

About the role

• Senior Talent Acquisition Manager leading aviation recruitment strategies and initiatives. Candidate will develop comprehensive talent acquisition strategy and build strong relationships across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy for your assigned business area aligning with function/business goals and workforce planning needs
• Collaborate closely with HR Business Partners (HRBP), hiring managers and senior leaders to understand specific hiring needs, role requirements, and desired candidate profiles
• Proactively identify and address recruitment challenges across your assigned business area and geography by leveraging market data and insights
• Participate, initiate, and own various talent acquisition related projects which further our commitment to securing top talent
• Contribute to the development and implementation of company policies and procedures, as needed
• Lead and execute strategic sourcing initiatives to build diverse, high-quality talent pipelines across global markets for current and future hiring needs
• Leverage advanced sourcing techniques, industry networks, referrals, and innovative engagement strategies to identify and attract top-tier candidates for all assigned roles
• Drive proactive talent engagement through personalized outreach, employer branding, and candidate relationship management, ensuring a positive and consistent candidate experience from initial contact to hire
• Engage with passive candidates and utilize a compelling narrative to attract them to the organization
• Organize and travel to hiring events, open houses, and conferences to recruit and engage top aviation talent
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job requisition initiation, posting, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding
• Partner with HRBP and hiring managers to facilitate effective interview processes, including the development of personalized interview guides and assessment criteria for function or role
• Collaborate with Business stakeholders and Flight Training to align recruitment to meet operational needs.
• Serve as the primary recruitment advisor for aviation providing insights, guidance, and updates to HRBP, hiring managers and senior leaders
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive and confidential recruitment, candidate, and employee information
• Stay informed about trends and developments in global labor market, including competitor analysis and salary benchmarking
• Provide regular reports and analytics on recruitment activities, including time-to-fill, quality of hire, and diversity metrics
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to attract top talent.
• Host New Hire Orientation as needed to welcome new hires into the organization and give them a clear overview of who we are.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Communications, or related discipline; Masters Degree preferred
• Minimum 10 years of experience working in Aviation and with extensive experience developing and maintaining relationships internally and externally, and managing full-cycle recruitment process for at least 6+ years
• Experience recruiting in pilots, captains, and/or executive management
• Proven track record of successfully recruiting for specialized or hard-to-fill aviation roles
• Strong knowledge of sourcing techniques, including the use of social media, job boards, and professional networks
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive recruitment initiatives with minimal supervision
• Strong analytical skills and experience with recruitment metrics and reporting
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), specifically Workday experience.

Benefits

• Medical with Health Reimbursement Account through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA
• Dental
• Vision
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 401K Plan
• Pet insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan