The Sr Recruiter will lead full-cycle recruitment for IT and Corporate roles, utilizing data and market intelligence to build candidate pipelines and influence hiring decisions.
Job Description
Why BAE Systems?
At BAE Systems, our mission drives everything we do. We protect nations, support service members, and deliver cutting-edge technology on a global scale. You'll join a community of 40,000+ people who collaborate across oceans and space, grow through continuous learning, and take pride in work that matters-while we prioritize safety and a supportive, camaraderie-rich culture.
Role Overview
The IT Operations & Corporate Recruiter supports key HQ operational functions. These hires maintain enterprise continuity, reduce risk, and ensure our business processes run reliably at scale.
You will operate as a strategic recruiting partner, consulting with leaders, managing a diverse requisition portfolio end-to-end, building strong pipelines in competitive markets, and influencing decisions through data, market intelligence, and structured assessments.
Key Responsibilities
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $75254 - $127930
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Why BAE Systems?
At BAE Systems, our mission drives everything we do. We protect nations, support service members, and deliver cutting-edge technology on a global scale. You'll join a community of 40,000+ people who collaborate across oceans and space, grow through continuous learning, and take pride in work that matters-while we prioritize safety and a supportive, camaraderie-rich culture.
Role Overview
The IT Operations & Corporate Recruiter supports key HQ operational functions. These hires maintain enterprise continuity, reduce risk, and ensure our business processes run reliably at scale.
You will operate as a strategic recruiting partner, consulting with leaders, managing a diverse requisition portfolio end-to-end, building strong pipelines in competitive markets, and influencing decisions through data, market intelligence, and structured assessments.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic talent advisor, shaping role design, hiring strategy, and decision criteria.
- Lead full-cycle recruiting for IT Operations and Corporate HQ functions with enterprise impact.
- Conduct strategic intake meetings to define success profiles and talent plans.
- Use labor-market analytics to advise leaders on feasibility, timelines, and competitive positioning.
- Build strong pipelines across varied skill areas and req types.
- Deliver curated candidate slates using structured assessments and competency-based screening.
- Influence hiring decisions through funnel data, evidence, and market trends.
- Ensure interview teams are aligned, trained, and scheduled effectively.
- Drive SLA adherence for feedback, interview scheduling, and process accuracy.
- Use daily TA dashboard insights to identify bottlenecks and maintain hiring velocity.
- Partner closely with TA Coordinators/Analysts to ensure scheduling and data integrity.
- Provide a consistent, high-quality candidate experience across all touchpoints.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years recruiting across IT operations, technical roles, or corporate support functions.
- Strong consulting skills and ability to influence hiring manager decision-making.
- Experience operating in an OFCCP-compliant environment.
- Ability to interpret market intelligence to shape recommendations and expectations.
- Experience guiding leaders through structured, competency-based interviews.
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent searches with clarity and organization.
- Strong project-management, prioritization, and communication skills.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Recruiting experience with HQ operational roles or enterprise technology organizations.
- Experience working with TalentNeuron, BrassRing, Phenom, or similar talent platforms.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $75254 - $127930
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
BAE Systems, Inc. Redmond, Washington, USA Office
8510 154th Ave NE, Redmond, WA, United States, 98052
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