Recruiter / College Sourcer (Aerospace Talent Acquisition Support)

StaffWorks, Inc. is seeking a Temp-to-Hire Recruiter / College Sourcer to support aerospace manufacturing operations in Connecticut. This hybrid role in Windsor, CT combines on-site collaboration with flexible work arrangements as needed, focusing on building talent pipelines for early-career and skilled technical roles. The position offers a compensation range of USD 25 - 35 per hour and operates as a contract engagement with potential for conversion.

Responsibilities

• Source, identify, and engage candidates for aerospace manufacturing and engineering roles
• Build and maintain relationships with colleges, trade schools, and technical programs
• Conduct proactive outreach via LinkedIn, networking events, job fairs, and community partnerships
• Develop talent pipelines for high-volume and hard-to-fill technical roles
• Screen candidates for qualifications, interest, and cultural fit
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and priorities
• Track candidate activity and maintain accurate ATS records
• Support employer branding efforts through campus and community engagement

Requirements

• 1–3+ years of recruiting, sourcing, or talent acquisition experience (agency or in-house)
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills, comfortable engaging candidates and school partners
• Experience with or interest in technical, manufacturing, or aerospace environments preferred
• College recruiting or early-career talent sourcing experience strongly preferred
• Highly proactive, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment
• Strong communication skills and professional presence

Technologies

• LinkedIn
• ATS

Ideal Candidate Profile

An ideal candidate is naturally connected, resourceful, and energized by building relationships with students, entry‑level talent, and technical training programs. You take initiative to create pipelines rather than waiting for resumes to come in.

Why This Role

• Opportunity to break into the aerospace industry and develop long-term talent pipelines
• Hands-on exposure to recruiting strategy and high-impact sourcing
• Temp-to-hire pathway with potential for growth
• Collaborative team environment supporting critical manufacturing talent needs