Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Computational Physics, Inc. (CPI) is looking for a full-time Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team.

The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist is a strategic role focused on attracting, sourcing, and securing the talent that powers CPI's most important asset - our team members.

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist with CPI, you will play a critical role in driving full-cycle recruiting operations and ensuring alignment with program requirements, business growth, and the unique compliance demands of government contracting environments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for technical, cleared, and professional positions across CPI's federal R&D programs and business development pipeline.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify and engage cleared and clearance-eligible talent through ClearanceJobs, LinkedIn Recruiter, referral programs, and career fairs.
• Partner with hiring managers and senior leadership to define hiring needs, advise on market conditions, and drive evidence-based hiring decisions.
• Support capture and proposal efforts through labor market intelligence, key personnel identification, and staffing plan development.
• Ensure recruiting compliance with OFCCP, EEO, FAR/DFARS, and internal HR policies; maintain audit-ready ATS records.
• Track and report on recruiting metrics including time-to-fill, source effectiveness, and diversity outcomes.
• Collaborate with the FSO and HR team on clearance-related hiring considerations and pre-offer eligibility screening.
• Represent CPI at cleared career fairs and industry events as assigned.

Qualifications/Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7-10 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in federal government contracting environments.
• 3+ years of experience recruiting for SECRET or Top Secret cleared positions with demonstrated knowledge of clearance processes and DISS.
• Proven success sourcing and closing passive candidates for technical and mission-critical roles.
• Proficiency with ATS platforms and GovCon recruiting tools (ClearanceJobs, LinkedIn Recruiter, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of OFCCP compliance, EEO requirements, and federal contractor employment obligations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to partner effectively with hiring managers and senior leadership.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace.
• AIRS recruiting certification (CIR, PRC, CDR, or CSSR) preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

About CPI

We love science! We study the physical properties of the Earth and our atmosphere, neighboring planets, and the sun. We make the study of science practical by translating our findings into products, both hardware and software, that make our customer's lives easier and better. CPI has served various U.S. Government agencies, universities, international science organizations, prime contractors, as well as commercial customers for 40 years.

CPI is an employee-owned company - our team members receive company stock. Employee ownership motivates and empowers increased productivity, contribution to the longevity of the business, improved retention, and enhanced employee engagement.

Why Work for Us?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Positive, upbeat, and transparent company culture with opportunities for self-development and career advancement
• Employee-owned small business that allows team members to learn from each other and take ownership
• Professional development support including conference attendance and certification training

Benefits

• 401(k), Profit Sharing and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Disability insurance (short-term and long-term)
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement

CPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.