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Anduril Industries · 2 weeks ago

Senior Technical Recruiter, Air Vehicle Hardware (Contract)

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time, Contract

Hybrid

Senior Level

$60/hr - $70/hr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. They are seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to drive full-cycle hiring strategies for hardware teams, ensuring top-tier talent acquisition and shaping long-term talent strategies.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Operate Autonomously: Serve as a trusted talent advisor for complex hiring projects across the division

Develop and optimize recruiting strategies using prospecting techniques, tools, and automation to continuously improve candidate management and data extraction processes

Collaborate closely with the talent acquisition team, hiring managers, and senior leadership to shape recruitment strategy, guide process improvements, and drive high-impact, complex hiring projects

Advise on workforce planning through regular strategic updates and business reviews

Act as a subject matter expert using tools like Greenhouse, LinkedIn Recruiter, Gem, and email to engage passive candidates and conduct initial interviews, ensuring high interview-to-offer ratios by anticipating hiring manager preferences

Build talent maps and leverage market intelligence to adapt hiring strategies in response to competitor movements and emerging trends

Represent Anduril's brand internally and externally, using internal resources to effectively sell our value proposition

Influence and elevate recruitment best practices, ensuring a consistent and exceptional candidate experience while continually driving process efficiency and quality across high-stakes projects

Qualification

Talent acquisitionRecruitment technologyStakeholder alignmentData-driven narrativeCross-functional collaborationActive listeningProblem-solvingContinuous learning

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent professional experience

5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably in executive search and divisional hiring

Proven ability to convey complex information in simple terms and drive a data-driven narrative

Demonstrated leadership in ambiguous, fast-paced environments with a focus on strategic stakeholder alignment

Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and a track record of influencing organizational best practices

Deep knowledge of recruitment technology and a passion for innovating processes to achieve creative and effective TA goals

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance

Preferred

Experience in startups, tech, and relevant hardware domains (Autonomous Vehicles, Aerospace, Robotics, etc.)

Ability to work independently with little supervision

Flexible and solution-oriented in troubleshooting routine obstacles

Direct, succinct, and timely sharing of information, with strong active listening skills

True Ownership: Accountability for outcomes, with a commitment to improving all aspects of the business

Continuous Learner: Low ego, high curiosity; embraces candid feedback and uses setbacks as opportunities to iterate and excel

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December.

Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching.

Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Annual reimbursement for professional development

Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.