Recruiter

Position Summary

At Odyssey, our people are our competitive advantage. We're looking for a driven, relationship-focused Recruiter to join our Space & Missile Defense team and play a critical role in helping us attract, engage, and hire the exceptional talent that supports some of the nation's most important defense and space missions.

This is more than a recruiting role. It's an opportunity to shape the future of our organization by connecting talented professionals with meaningful work that supports the warfighter, advances national security, and pushes the boundaries of innovation in the space domain. As a full life-cycle recruiter, you'll serve as a trusted talent advisor and strategic partner across our Space & Missile Defense portfolio, building strong relationships with hiring leaders while delivering a first-class candidate experience from initial outreach through offer acceptance and onboarding.

Our Space and Missile Defense business unit has a rich history of supporting a wide range of space and Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) systems and operations, including, Space Situational Awareness (SSA) / Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Space Warning, Space Command and Control (C2), active and passive missile defense (kinetic and non-kinetic), offensive operations, ground stations, data links, mission or user terminals, cyber warfare, space lift, station keeping, and mission packages.

We also apply our expertise to supporting infrastructure, including battle management and Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR). We are ideally looking for someone with experience in our S&MD community that has a knack for building relationships and wants to be on the forefront of supporting the war-fighter and the Space domain.

This is a hybrid position, with a three-day a week requirement in the office in Colorado Springs, CO.

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition: Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract and hire top talent for DoD contracts Source candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, networking events, and employee referrals. Conduct thorough screenings and interviews to assess candidates’ qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.

Client and Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and job specifications. Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients to ensure alignment on recruitment goals and expectations. Provide Regular updates to hiring managers and stakeholders on recruitment progress and challenges.

Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with Federal regulations and company policies. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all candidate interactions and hiring processes in the applicant tracking system (ATS). Candidate Experience: Provide a positive candidate experience by communicating clearly and promptly throughout recruitment.

Coordinate and facilitate interviews, offer negotiations, and on-boarding processes. Follow up with new hires to ensure a smooth transition and address initial concerns. Market Research and Networking: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and labor market conditions. Attend industry events, job fairs, and networking opportunities to build a pipeline of potential candidates.

Leverage professional networks and associations to identify and attract high-quality candidates.

Qualifications

Must be a US citizen Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field OR 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree Years of Experience: At least four years of recruitment experience with at least one of those supporting DoD contracting Certifications: CIR, AIRS or similar certifications, are preferred Technical Skills Proven experience in recruiting for DoD contracts or within the defense industry.

Strong understanding of DoD regulations, security clearance processes, and compliance requirements. Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software. iCIMS experience is a plus. Previous experience working in a federal contracting environment. Familiarity with OFCCP and EEO guidelines. Interpersonal Skills Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion Additional Information Location: Colorado Springs, CO Travel: Up to 15% travel to job fairs, networking events, and client sites.

Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Hybrid/3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) #LI-MP1 Company Overview Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations.

We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care. Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through Odyssey.

Cares , a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Please Note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.

Odyssey Benefits Duties include, but not limited to: Talent Acquisition: Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract and hire top talent for DoD contracts Source candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, networking events, and employee referrals. Conduct thorough screenings and interviews to assess candidates’ qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.

Client and Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and job specifications. Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients to ensure alignment on recruitment goals and expectations. Provide Regular updates to hiring managers and stakeholders on recruitment progress and challenges.

Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with Federal regulations and company policies. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all candidate interactions and hiring processes in the applicant tracking system (ATS). Candidate Experience: Provide a positive candidate experience by communicating clearly and promptly throughout recruitment.

Coordinate and facilitate interviews, offer negotiations, and on-boarding processes. Follow up with new hires to ensure a smooth transition and address initial concerns. Market Research and Networking: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and labor market conditions. Attend industry events, job fairs, and networking opportunities to build a pipeline of potential candidates.

Leverage professional networks and associations to identify and attract high-quality candidates. Minimum Required Qualifications Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field OR 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree Years of Experience: At least four years of recruitment experience with at least one of those supporting DoD contracting Certifications: CIR, AIRS or similar certifications, are preferred Technical Skills Proven experience in recruiting for DoD contracts or within the defense industry.

Strong understanding of DoD regulations, security clearance processes, and compliance requirements. Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software. iCIMS experience is a plus. Previous experience working in a federal contracting environment. Familiarity with OFCCP and EEO guidelines. Interpersonal Skills Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion Additional Information Location: Colorado Springs, CO Travel: Up to 15% travel to job fairs, networking events, and client sites.

Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Hybrid/3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) #LI-MP1