Talent Acquisition Specialist & Human Resources Generalist

Intellisense Systems•Torrance, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Intellisense Systems, Inc. is a privately held company with a proven track record of developing and deploying innovative products that successfully operate in the most extreme environments. We are a fast-growing Southern California technology innovator that solves tough, mission-critical challenges for our customers in the aerospace, defense, and commercial markets. We design, develop, and manufacture advanced products for ground, maritime, and airborne applications. We are seeking a strategic, high-impact Talent Acquisition Specialist & Human Resources Generalist. This is a unique dual-function individual contributor role designed for a professional who can navigate the complexities of full-cycle technical recruiting while simultaneously building trust with management and internal stakeholders on HR matters. This position can be filled as a Talent Acquisition Specialist & Human Resources Generalist or Senior Talent Acquisition & Human Resources Business Partner depending on the candidate's skills and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field with 3+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition with 1-year of general administration included; or 5+ years of Talent Acquisition with 2 + year general administration included.
Working knowledge of HRIS and ATS platforms and LinkedIn Recruiter.
A "systems-thinking" approach to HR; the ability to not only fix a problem but to build a process that prevents it from recurring.
Superior organizational skills and ability to manage multiple moving parts without dropping the ball.
Professional presence with the ability to build rapport with agency partners and internal hiring managers.
A "continuous improvement" mentality.
Proactive and capable of managing multiple priorities while adapting to changing business needs.
Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment, working extended hours (as needed).
Strong self-motivation and attitude for personal career growth, willingness to self-learn, and work in new technology domains.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

HR certification (e.g., PHR or SHRM-CP) is a plus.
Exposure to a government contracting or other regulated environment is a plus.
Familiarity with FAR regulatory and document control requirements is a plus.
For Senior role: Proven track record in a government contracting environment is a plus.
For Senior role: Power-user level experience with ATS platforms (JazzHR, etc.) and advanced LinkedIn Recruiter sourcing.
For Senior role: Working knowledge of HRIS platforms.
For Senior role: Strong understanding of FAR regulatory and document control requirements plus.
For Senior role: Previous experience supporting affirmative action or CMMC audits desired.

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle hiring across technical and non-technical teams
Own hiring from sourcing to closing, including developing job descriptions, posting positions, sourcing and negotiating external recruitment efforts.
Conduct initial resume screening and perform "first-touch" phone screens.
Utilize LinkedIn and other databases to proactively find "passive" talent and build a pipeline of candidates.
Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies using AI-driven platforms and a variety of active and passive channels to identify and engage top-tier talent.
Manage our Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Responsible for opening/closing requisitions, troubleshooting user issues, and ensuring all candidate data is correctly dispositioned for compliance.
Manage the end-to-end interview loop, including scheduling screens and on-site interviews.
Ensure every applicant has a seamless experience, from initial outreach to the first day of onboarding.
Track and report on key recruiting metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, pipeline conversion rates, etc.) to drive continuous improvement.
Engage and manage external staffing agencies; schedule intake calls, distribute job descriptions, and track candidate submissions.
Oversee Affirmative Action requirements and reports filings.
Partner with department heads to provide guidance on organizational design, succession planning, and performance management.
Conduct audits of HR workflows (onboarding, lifecycle management, retention) to identify inefficiencies and support scalable process solutions.
Support employee relations inquiries, providing coaching to managers and helping ensure a culture of high performance and legal compliance.
Support the implementation of company-wide policy shifts, ensuring seamless adoption and clear communication across the organization.
Provide support for benefits renewals and compensation benchmarking to help ensure we remain competitive in the current market.
Support special projects, such as updating employee handbooks, coordinating company events, and implementing new HR software modules.
Other responsibilities and duties may be assigned by your supervisor or upper management at any time.