Senior Technical Recruiter
The Role
The K2 Space team is growing rapidly and we’re looking for a Senior Technical Recruiter that is committed to helping us build with stellar talent. As a Senior Technical Recruiter, you will partner directly with the leadership team to conduct workforce planning and then source, attract, identify, and close candidates across all functional areas of the business. As the second full-time member of the Recruiting team, you’ll also have the opportunity to help shape the Recruiting function as a whole. While you’ll have the support of experienced talent leaders, you’ll be expected to operate with a high degree of ownership and autonomy to help support our mission. This role requires in person presence at our headquarters in Torrance, CA.
Responsibilities
Partner closely with department leaders to do workforce planning and develop hiring strategies to help fill their needed growth targets with exceptional talent
Proactively source and attract top talent by developing relationships with top university programs, labs, trade schools, and talent niches
Screen candidates and help increase awareness of K2 Space’s mission and talent brand
Design and refine interview processes to increase confidence in candidate selection and reduce bias
Collaborate with the executive team to develop compelling closing strategies and resources
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of professional experience as a recruiter
Experience recruiting for electrical, mechanical, and/or software engineering roles
Full-cycle recruiting experience from sourcing through closing
Experience supporting multiple high priority hiring needs concurrently
Ability to communicate dynamically and build strong relationships with candidates and hiring partners
Nice to Have
4+ years of experience recruiting for technical roles
Strong experience in an organization with high-level regulations and compliance such as ITAR and OFCCP
Space or aerospace industry experience
Prior success in a high-velocity and dynamic company
Experience developing new or unique sourcing strategies
Experience interfacing with, coaching, and giving feedback to senior leaders
Highly self-motivated with a sense of urgency and poised under pressure
Compensation and Benefits:
Base salary range for this role is $110,000 - $150,000 + equity in the company
Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level
Comprehensive benefits package including unlimited paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged! If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
Export Compliance
As defined in the ITAR, “U.S. Persons” include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a “U.S. Person.”
The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license.
Equal Opportunity
K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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Join the K2 Space team in beautiful Los Angeles as our new Senior Technical Recruiter! We're on the lookout for someone who is not just a recruiter but a passionate partner committed to sourcing exceptional talent for our innovative company. As a vital member of the recruiting team, you’ll collaborate directly with our leadership to undertake strategic workforce planning, ensuring we attract and close the best candidates in the industry. Your expertise will allow you to refine our interview processes, reduce bias, and amplify our talent brand across various channels. With over five years of recruiting experience, especially in technical roles like electrical and software engineering, you will smoothly manage multiple high-priority hiring needs. Not only will you have a say in shaping the recruiting function, but you’ll also interface with senior leaders to develop compelling closing strategies that resonate with candidates. We understand the importance of balance, which is why we offer robust compensation and benefits, including unlimited paid time off and comprehensive health coverage. If you’re passionate about creating remarkable teams in the aerospace sector while enjoying a culture that celebrates diverse career paths, K2 Space is the place for you. We can’t wait to see how you can elevate our recruiting efforts!
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