Senior Director, Talent Acquisition and Performance Management

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. 

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

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Job Summary:

The Senior Director, Talent Acquisition and Performance Management is responsible for leading strategies that attract, develop, and retain top talent within the organization. This role oversees the entire talent lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and succession planning. Collaborating with senior leadership to align talent initiatives with organizational goals, this role drives an inclusive, high-performing, and growth-oriented culture.

Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition

• Lead and mentor a team of talent acquisition professionals in the development and implementation of comprehensive talent acquisition strategies that align with the company's business objectives, enhance the employer brand, and ensure a strong pipeline of talent to meet current and future hiring needs.

• Work closely with senior leadership to understand hiring needs, provide market insights, and guide effective recruitment practices.

• Utilize recruitment metrics and analytics to drive continuous improvement.

• Manage the talent acquisition budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources for recruitment initiatives.

• Oversee relationships with external recruitment agencies and vendors to optimize sourcing strategies and candidate pipelines.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.

• Keep updated on industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition and integrate them into the organization’s strategy.

Performance Management

• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and prioritize talent needs within the organization.

• Develop and oversee an effective performance management strategy, facilitating continuous feedback, growth, and recognition.

• Partner with senior leaders in driving a culture of accountability and high performance, ensuring that the performance review process aligns with organizational goals and objectives.

• Design metrics to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.

• Provide consultation to managers on effective performance management strategies and employee development plans.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, organizational development, business administration, or related field; master’s degree and/or relevant certifications (e.g., SHRM, PHR) preferred.

• 10+ years of experience in talent management, including experience in performance management, L&D, and/or talent acquisition.

• Broad experience with HR systems and tools, ADP and Greenhouse ATS preferred.

• Proven ability to design and implement talent programs that align with organizational strategies.

• Strong understanding of HR best practices and knowledge of labor laws.

• Experience leading and developing teams with a collaborative, results-oriented approach.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence and partner with stakeholders at all levels.

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The salary range represents the base salary range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors. Those include but are not limited to location, experience, and performance.

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.