Recruiting Specialist

September 9, 2026
Broomfield, CO, US
$85,000 – $95,000/yr

Description

Take-off with Pilatus! If you would like to join a strong and growing HR team, we invite you to explore our job opportunity in Broomfield, Colorado. The Recruiting Specialist supports hiring across Pilatus Aircraft USA, including aviation, technical, skilled, and professional positions. The role is responsible for full-cycle recruitment, from hiring intake through accepted offer, with a focus on proactive sourcing, effective hiring manager partnerships, and a positive candidate experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Independent management of full-cycle recruitment from hiring intake through accepted offer, including job postings, application review, interview coordination, candidate travel, and offer preparation
  • Assessment of staffing needs and recruiting challenges with hiring managers across multiple locations and time zones; development and recommendation of effective sourcing and recruitment strategies
  • Proactive identification and engagement of qualified candidates, including passive candidates for difficult-to-fill technical, skilled trades, and professional positions
  • Independent candidate interviews and assessments, evaluation of qualifications against position requirements, and hiring recommendations
  • Management of multiple open positions and competing hiring priorities, including talent pipelines and regular communication of recruiting progress and challenges
  • Coordination of candidate communication, pre-employment screenings, reference checks, employment verifications, and transition of accepted candidates to onboarding
  • Maintenance of accurate applicant and recruiting records in the applicant tracking system, including recruiting data and reporting
  • Representation of Pilatus at career fairs and industry events, development of recruiting partnerships, and support of recruiting process improvements

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
  • Minimum of 3 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including independent responsibility from hiring intake through offer; experience in aviation, manufacturing, skilled trades, technical, corporate, or professional environments preferred
  • Demonstrated success independently developing sourcing strategies and recruiting passive candidates for difficult-to-fill technical, skilled trades, or professional positions
  • Experience independently conducting interviews, evaluating candidate qualifications, and providing hiring recommendations
  • Experience managing multiple open positions and partnering directly with hiring managers across multiple locations and time zones
  • Experience using applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office; Paylocity and LinkedIn Recruiter experience preferred
  • Strong judgment, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain effective relationships with hiring managers and candidates
  • Primary work location in Broomfield, CO, with on-site work and travel to other Pilatus USA locations and recruiting events as required

What We Offer

  • 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
  • 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
  • Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
  • 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
  • Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
  • Tuition assistance available annually after the first year

The hiring range is $85,000 - $95,000 per year. Pay rate to be determined based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to relevant skills & experience, education, job location, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application as soon as possible. Please note that this announcement may close at any time, early applications are encouraged.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. 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.