Sourcer for Nuclear Engineers

We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter / Talent Sourcer with specialized expertise in identifying and engaging high-demand Nuclear Engineers and cleared defense talent in the Hampton Roads corridor.

In this role you will lead passive candidate sourcing for critical naval defense contracts. While day-to-day operations are primarily remote this role requires living within commuting distance of Norfolk VA to attend weekly in-person hiring events cleared career fairs and client/team syncs across the local market.

• Targeted Sourcing: Execute advanced Boolean searches direct cold outreach and pipeline building across specialized talent pools

• Military-to-Civilian Translation: Identify and engage transitioning U.S. Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) personnel including officers (1110N/1120) and senior enlisted ratings (ETN EMN MMN).

• Candidate Screening: Evaluate candidates on technical qualificationsand verify active Secret / Top Secret security clearances

• Local Event Representation: Attend weekly mandatory in-person recruiting events veteran networking meetups shipyard transition briefings and team meetings in the Norfolk/Hampton Roads area.

• Pipeline Management: Build a sustainable talent community for high-volume nuclear and waterfront engineering roles.

• 3 years of technical sourcing or recruiting experience focused on cleared defense naval architecture or nuclear engineering.

• Deep familiarity with the Hampton Roads defense ecosystem

• Proven track record using advanced sourcing strategies beyond basic LinkedIn (e.g. clearance portals military transition tools).

• Working knowledge of U.S. Security Clearances and U.S. Citizenship requirements (NNPI / ITAR compliance).

• Location: Must reside in or near Norfolk VA (or be willing to commute locally once a week for mandatory in-person events).

• Prior agency or prime contractor experience recruiting for NAVSEA or DOE nuclear projects.

• Strong network within the U.S. Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program community.