About this role
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter / Talent Sourcer with specialized expertise in identifying and engaging high-demand Nuclear Engineers and cleared defense talent in the Hampton Roads corridor.
In this role, you will lead passive candidate sourcing for critical naval defense contracts. While day-to-day operations are primarily remote , this role requires living within commuting distance of Norfolk, VA to attend weekly in-person hiring events, cleared career fairs, and client/team syncs across the local market.
Key Responsibilities
- Targeted Sourcing: Execute advanced Boolean searches, direct cold outreach, and pipeline building across specialized talent pools
- Military-to-Civilian Translation: Identify and engage transitioning U.S. Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) personnel, including officers (1110N/1120) and senior enlisted ratings (ETN, EMN, MMN).
- Candidate Screening: Evaluate candidates on technical qualifications and verify active Secret / Top Secret security clearances
- Local Event Representation: Attend weekly mandatory in-person recruiting events, veteran networking meetups, shipyard transition briefings, and team meetings in the Norfolk/Hampton Roads area.
- Pipeline Management: Build a sustainable talent community for high-volume nuclear and waterfront engineering roles.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of technical sourcing or recruiting experience focused on cleared defense, naval architecture, or nuclear engineering.
- Deep familiarity with the Hampton Roads defense ecosystem
- Proven track record using advanced sourcing strategies beyond basic LinkedIn (e.g., clearance portals, military transition tools).
- Working knowledge of U.S. Security Clearances and U.S. Citizenship requirements (NNPI / ITAR compliance).
- Location: Must reside in or near Norfolk, VA (or be willing to commute locally once a week for mandatory in-person events).
Preferred Skills
- Prior agency or prime contractor experience recruiting for NAVSEA or DOE nuclear projects.
- Strong network within the U.S. Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program community.