Orion Talent: Leading Pharmaceutical Recruiter for Military Hiring

The medical device sector is experiencing strong demand for specialized talent, particularly in fields related to innovation and regulatory compliance.

Job Growth

The medical technology industry is a growing manufacturing sector in the U.S., responsible for over 519,000 direct jobs and nearly 2 million jobs overall, including indirect employment.
Talent Gaps

There is a significant skill gap for roles in engineering and digital health. The U.S. is projected to need approximately 1 million more STEM employees by 2031, with the medical device industry being a major driver of this demand.
In-Demand Skills

Employers are increasingly seeking candidates with skills in AI/ML, robotics, and cybersecurity to meet the demands of connected, data-driven medical devices. Job postings requiring robotics skills have a particularly high vacancy rate at 14%.

The Biggest Challenges Facing the Medical Device Industry

The medical device sector is a high-stakes environment where even a minor error can have severe consequences. Companies in this space face unique challenges that an outsourced recruiting partner can help solve:

Complex Regulatory Compliance

The industry is subject to constantly evolving and stringent regulations (e.g., FDA 21 CFR 820). An experienced recruiting partner can connect you with candidates who possess deep knowledge of these complex frameworks, ensuring your team is always audit-ready.
Supply Chain Disruptions

Fragile and global supply chains can stall production. A recruiting partner can help you find supply chain management experts who can build resilient and scalable operations, mitigating risks and ensuring a consistent flow of materials.
Talent Scarcity

There is a persistent shortage of skilled professionals, particularly those with a blend of engineering and regulatory expertise. A specialized recruiting firm has access to a wider talent pool and can identify passive candidates who may not be actively looking for a new role, helping you fill critical positions quickly.

Medical Device companies are increasingly outsourcing talent acquisition efforts to address a number of significant and evolving challenges.

Intense Competition and Talent Shortages: The industry faces fierce competition for top-tier talent, especially for niche and highly specialized roles in engineering, AI, robotics, and digital health. There is a significant skills gap, and RPO providers help by tapping into extensive talent networks and providing advanced sourcing technology to find hard-to-fill positions quickly.
Navigating Complex Regulatory Environments: The medical device industry is heavily regulated by bodies like the FDA. Finding professionals with the specialized knowledge to navigate this landscape is a major challenge. RPO partners have expertise in identifying and vetting candidates who can ensure compliance, which helps companies mitigate risks and accelerate product approval processes.
The Need for Scalability and Flexibility: The demand for medical devices is variable, influenced by factors like an aging population, seasonal illnesses, and public health crises. RPO provides a flexible, scalable solution that allows companies to quickly ramp up or down their recruitment efforts in response to these changing needs without having to hire or lay off their own internal recruiters.
Access to Technology and Expertise: RPO providers bring a wealth of expertise and advanced technologies, such as AI-powered screening tools and data analytics, that internal HR departments may not have. This allows companies to optimize their recruitment workflows, improve the quality of candidates, and gain valuable market intelligence to stay ahead of the competition.
Cost Efficiency: While outsourcing may seem expensive, it can actually reduce costs in the long run by shortening hiring cycles, lowering turnover, and eliminating fixed costs associated with in-house recruitment teams.

How a Talent Partner like Orion Talent Can Help

Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)

Orion Talent's RPO solutions address the unique talent acquisition challenges of the medical device industry. We act as an extension of your organization’s HR team to:

Accelerate Time-to-Fill:
RPO partners have access to extensive talent networks and advanced sourcing technology, allowing them to dramatically reduce the time it takes to fill critical, hard-to-find roles.
Ensure Regulatory Expertise:
We are experts at identifying and vetting candidates with a proven track record of navigating complex regulatory requirements, helping companies mitigate compliance risks and accelerating their approval processes.
Provide Market Intelligence:
We offer deep market insights, helping you understand the competitive landscape and pinpoint where to find specialized talent, from clinical research to data analytics.
Streamline Field Service Hiring:
Field Service and Maintenance roles require a unique blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and customer-facing professionalism. We specialize in sourcing and assessing candidates who possess the necessary hands-on skills to service complex equipment and the soft skills to interact effectively with healthcare professionals and clients. By leveraging our extensive networks, including an engaged talent community of over 2M+ military professionals, we can quickly identify and place candidates in these roles, which are crucial for ensuring product uptime and customer satisfaction.

Leveraging Military Talent

Transitioning Military Professionals and Veterans are a highly disciplined and mission-oriented talent pool that can bring significant value to the medical device industry. Orion Talent's 35+ years of experience in military recruitment gives your organization a competitive edge when it comes to filling critical roles across the industry. You'd be hard-pressed to find another partner with more expertise in translating the skills sets of those who served into positions across the medical device space, including:

Field Service and Technical Maintenance:
Veterans who have served in technical or engineering roles are an ideal fit for field service positions. Their military training provides them with a strong foundation in electromechanical systems, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance, allowing them to excel at installing and repairing complex medical and pharmaceutical equipment.
Quality Control & Compliance:
Veterans are accustomed to adhering to strict protocols and standards in high-stakes environments, making them an excellent fit for roles in quality assurance and quality control.
Logistics and Supply Chain:
Their expertise in logistics, technical operations, and supply chain management is directly transferable to the production and distribution side of the medical device industry.
Leadership:
Veterans possess strong leadership skills, a deep sense of integrity, and an ability to work effectively in a team, which can be a valuable asset in any role, from lab management to field service.

Executive Search

Finding C-Suite and senior leadership talent in the medical device industry requires a deep understanding of engineering, regulatory, and market dynamics, as these positions are crucial for steering a company's strategic direction, particularly in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. Our Professional and Executive Search team is poised to support these high-impact positions across the industry, including, but not limited to:

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) or VP of Research & Development: Leaders who can oversee the innovation pipeline, bridging the gap between emerging technologies (like AI and robotics) and product development.
VP of Sales or Area Vice President of Sales: A strategic leader who drives revenue growth and manages a high-performing sales organization across a specific region.
Chief Regulatory Officer or VP of Quality Assurance: Experts who can navigate complex global regulatory landscapes and ensure products meet stringent safety and quality standards.
Director of Medical Device R&D: A leader who manages the R&D team and spearheads research and development initiatives for new medical devices.
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO): A strategic leader responsible for sales, marketing, and market access, who can drive profitability and global expansion.
Director of Clinical Engineering: A senior role responsible for overseeing the implementation and maintenance of medical equipment within clinical settings.