Kim 🦄 Murphy

Joined BlueHalo in January 2023 and continued in role following AeroVironment’s acquisition in May 2025. Lead strategic cleared talent acquisition for aerospace, defense, and intelligence programs, while contributing to enterprise workforce initiatives supporting integration, scalability, and mission continuity. Operate across cleared technical recruiting, workforce integration, and talent program leadership, partnering cross-functionally to align hiring execution with broader organizational priorities. Key Contributions • Led workforce-related integration efforts in support of Integration Management Office (IMO) initiatives, aligning Talent Acquisition processes, systems, and stakeholders during acquisition. • Developed and executed recruiting strategies for technical and cleared roles across classified programs, improving hiring efficiency by 25%. • Led enterprise talent programs supporting workforce readiness and transition, including SkillBridge and veteran-related initiatives. • Advised hiring managers and leaders using data-driven insights to inform hiring decisions and talent strategy. • Drove employer branding and outreach through industry representation, strengthening visibility across cleared and technical talent communities. • Improved Talent Acquisition processes, candidate experience, and compliance through cross-functional collaboration.

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Successfully identified and recruited passive talent to support the Amazon Dedicated Cloud air-gapped network at multiple classification levels for the U.S. intelligence community. Screened qualified applicants for Linux, networking, and scripting competency as well as communication skills, and cultural fit.

Responsible for the recruitment process and operational aspects of the Discipleship Team, including volunteer recruitment strategy, large group event coordination, marketing, communications, data analysis, and project management.

Responsible for creating group revenue by generating and/or developing new, referred, and repeat group business in a defined territory.

Ensured a culture devoted to exceptional customer experiences and raising service standards. Performance management of team members including coaching, recognition, disciplinary action, and performance evaluations. Assessed skill gaps and developed training courses to meet identified needs.

Restructured the full life cycle customer experience to fulfill the organizational mission, improve productivity, and provide quality products and service. Implemented process changes and developed training courses to meet identified needs.