Melanie Tomazin
About Melanie Tomazin
Melanie Tomazin serves as a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Rocket Lab, where she applies her extensive experience in recruiting specialized talent for aerospace projects. Her previous roles include significant positions at Northrop Grumman and Robert Half, where she contributed to various talent acquisition strategies across multiple sectors.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Melanie Tomazin serves as a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Rocket Lab, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent for the company's projects, including the Electron rocket and Photon spacecraft. Her contributions support Rocket Lab's mission of simplifying access to space, which is critical for advancing satellite technology and exploration.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining Rocket Lab, Melanie Tomazin held various positions at Northrop Grumman, where she worked as a Principal Talent Acquisition Business Partner across multiple divisions, including Aeronautics Systems, Aerospace Systems, Innovation Systems, and Mission Systems. Her tenure at Northrop Grumman spanned from 2016 to 2022, during which she developed expertise in recruiting specialized talent for complex aerospace projects.
Educational Background
Melanie Tomazin has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, completing her studies from 2008 to 2011. She also achieved an Associate of Arts in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Central Piedmont Community College between 2005 and 2008. Additionally, she obtained a Graduate Certificate in Business and Government Leadership from Park University, studying from 2013 to 2014. Her studies in Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies at AMIDEAST further complement her educational credentials.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to her corporate roles, Melanie Tomazin co-owned MyTown2Go North County from 2016 to 2017, where she gained experience in business management and operations. This entrepreneurial venture provided her with insights into the dynamics of running a business, enhancing her skills in leadership and strategic planning.
Early Career and Internships
Melanie Tomazin began her career with an internship at N2 Publishing in 2010, where she worked as a writer for six months. She also served as the Director of Sales and Marketing/Recruiter at Astoria Hotel & Event Center from 2012 to 2013. These early roles contributed to her foundational skills in communication, marketing, and recruitment.