Senior Technical Recruiter, Hardware

About the role

This role is a 6-month contract. Location: Costa Mesa, CA

Responsibilities

• Operate Autonomously: Serve as a trusted talent advisor for complex hiring across the TRS division to recruit for: Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Firmware Engineers, etc.
• 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.
• Possess and apply breadth and depth in recruiting tools and general industry best practices, acting as a SME in adherence to process in our systems that impact our reporting and broader hiring strategy.
• Leverage a deep understanding of labor market and trends related to hiring.
• Own and execute pipeline direction, driving results through metrics-based measurement, including sourcing outreach, candidate-driven data, and offer/close rates.
• Exhibit extensive recruiting experience and in-depth knowledge paired with company hiring objectives to resolve complex talent problems and improve processes.
• Manage the hiring roadmap and execution to meet goals for multiple teams, effectively communicating objectives and priorities.
• Direct the application of existing principles and processes while guiding the development of new policies and ideas.

Requirements

• BA Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably in divisional hiring.
• Demonstrated leadership in ambiguous, fast-paced environments with a focus on strategic stakeholder alignment.
• True Ownership: Accountability for outcomes, with a commitment to improving all aspects of the business.
• Proven ability to convey complex information in simple terms and drive a data-driven narrative.
• 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 Qualifications

• Experience in startups, tech, and relevant hardware domains (AAV, UAS, AUV, Weapons, or related programs).
• Able 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.
• Continuous Learner: Low ego, high curiosity; embraces candid feedback and uses setbacks as opportunities to iterate and excel.

Pay

US Hourly Range: $70 - $80 USD

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.

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