Meaghan Riso
About Meaghan Riso
Meaghan Riso is a Talent Acquisition Partner at Ultra Electronics Group, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in psychology and extensive experience in talent acquisition within the defense and security sectors.
Work at Ultra Electronics Group
Meaghan Riso has been serving as a Talent Acquisition Partner at Ultra Electronics Group since 2021. In this role, she focuses on recruiting talent for the company during a period marked by involvement in long-term military programs. Ultra Electronics Group is a global company listed on the London Stock Exchange, employing over 4,500 individuals worldwide. Riso's contributions are essential in sourcing candidates who meet the specific needs of the defense and security sectors.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining Ultra Electronics Group, Meaghan Riso worked at Modis as a Resource Development Manager for Government Services from 2017 to 2020. Her role in the Washington D.C. Metro Area involved managing recruitment processes and developing resources for government-related projects. Additionally, she served as a Corporate Recruiter at Astor & Sanders for five months in 2020 and as an HR Manager/Recruiter at Spring Strategies Inc for eight months in 2016-2017, both roles enhancing her expertise in talent acquisition.
Education and Expertise
Meaghan Riso studied Psychology at Central Michigan University, where she completed her degree from 2011 to 2014. She furthered her education at Salisbury University, achieving a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from 2014 to 2015. Her academic background provides a foundation for her expertise in talent acquisition, particularly within the defense, security, and critical detection and control markets.
Career Development Timeline
Meaghan Riso's career in talent acquisition spans several years and various roles. She began her professional journey as an HR Manager/Recruiter at Spring Strategies Inc in 2016, followed by a position at Astor & Sanders in 2020. Her tenure at Modis from 2017 to 2020 solidified her experience in government services. Since 2021, she has been with Ultra Electronics Group, contributing to the company's recruitment efforts in specialized sectors.