Senior Talent Acquisition Partner II

## ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine.

Come shape the future with us. ## SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION PARTNER I Based onsite between Rocket Lab’s Chantilly, VA and Wallops Island, VA site, the Senior Talent Acquisition Partner II is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates alike to fill highly critical roles.

This is a full life-cycle recruitment position – you will own everything from initial sourcing and screening to extending offers.

As a senior member of the TA team, you will be integral in fulfilling our mission to open up access to space to improve life on earth by hiring innovators who will help shape our rapidly expanding programs. ## WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO - Serve as a strategic hiring expert and partner to hiring managers and business unit leaders - Partner with hiring managers to determine the requirements and expectations for their open positions, and the qualities of their ideal candidate - Manage the full hiring life-cycle, from initial sourcing and screening to extending offers - Screen candidates for open roles and guide them through the interview process - Build a diverse pipeline of talent, including passive candidates, through sourcing, cold calling, phone screens, and networking - Utilize our ATS (Greenhouse) to build reports and analyze key metrics on recruiting activities to drive process improvements - Travel as needed to support hiring efforts at our Launch Complex 3 site in Wallops Island VA. ## YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree - 8+ years of full-time recruiting experience - 2+ years of recruiting experience in the aerospace industry. ## THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE - 10+ years of full-time recruiting experience preferred - Agency and in-house recruiting experience - Experience recruiting for high-volume nonexempt roles and/or engineering roles such as: production, manufacturing, test, mechanical, electrical, systems, propulsion, etc. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment supporting high-performing teams - Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with hiring managers at all levels, as well as candidates and external partners - Previous experience sourcing for highly technical and niche roles This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state of Virginia’s pay transparency requirements. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Base salary is only one part of Rocket Lab’s compensation package for this role.

You may be eligible for company stock, or cash incentives, and can purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab’s Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employee benefits also include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.

Base Pay Range (VA Only) $120,000 - $155,000 USD WHAT TO EXPECT We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace.

We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way. ## FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY To conform to U.S.

Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S.

Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here .

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.

This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered.

A response to your request may take up to two business days. ## FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.

These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.