Acquisition-Ready:
Doubling Space Vector’s Core Teams
Ahead of Strategic Exit
Industry: Aerospace & Defense
Hiring for: Hardware, Software & Component Engineering,
Sales, Program
Partnership model: Retainer, Retained, Contingency
Location: Chatsworth, CA
Founded in 1969, Space Vector Corporation has long been at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry. Known most recently for their cutting-edge battery solutions designed to meet the unique demands of space, launch, and aviation applications.
STRATEGIC
GROWTH
Increased workforce by 25% in 1.5 yrs.
COST
SAVINGS
Delivered DK’s dynamic pricing, saving SVC 50% vs. traditional recruiters.
DIVERSIFIED
WORKFORCE
Diversified talent pipelines & workforce; exceeding industry benchmarks.
CROSS-FUNCTIONAL
HIRES
Hired across 5 niche
& distinct functions.
The Need
Our recruitment challenge
Double the size of their Engineering and Program Management Teams to meet the market demand and expand their battery product line.
Compete with more established and recognized aerospace companies for top-performing, local talent that were deemed critical workforce during COVID-19.
Recruit highly in-demand and niche talent in fields wherein one or few hold the expertise per company, regardless of size.
Provide better ROI and greater hiring outcomes when compared to their previous reliance on contingency agencies and in-house hiring strategies.
Drive an efficient hiring process without a dedicated in-house HR representative through most of the engagement, including: guidance to Leadership Team on hiring strategies, interview approach, compensation benchmarking, and offer negotiations.
The Impact
Our solution
Placed 17 critical hires — Recruited a Director of Engineering and doubled their team of Electrical, Mechanical and Software Engineers; recruited a Head of Business Development and Program Management. Doubled their team of Program Managers and secured niche hires such as General Assemblers.
Diversified talent pool and actual hires; making SVC one of the most diverse aerospace/defense companies in their size category; including the first women hires for Engineering and Program Manager.
Rapidly met SVC’s hiring goals for Battery Product Line; which turned into their fastest growing revenue stream.
Delivered interview training and panel prep focused on identifying the right roles, and vetting candidates based on their added value and expertise.
Outperformed other recruiting resources across caliber of talent, time to fill, and cost-efficiency when compared to in-house efforts, and aerospace and defense dedicated agencies.
Chris Yamada Chris Yamada, CEO Space Vector Corporation
“Digital Knack has uniquely helped our organization secure valuable talent with relevant experience. Their hires have been able to contribute to our mission on day one.”
Blake Rosengren Blake Rosengren, General Manager Space Vector Corporation
“SVC’s talent has become a competitive advantage, and source of pride, thanks to Digital Knack.“
Melanie Dabu Managing Partner
“We couldn’t be more proud and humbled to have worked with Space Vector Corporation during such an exciting time of their growth. SVC powers space missions while entrusting us with ours: a mission to power their hiring with high standards and efficiency in speed, precision and cost. ”
