Recruiter (Contract)

CHAOS Industries•El Segundo, CA

6d•$120,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

CHAOS Industries is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented full-cycle Recruiter to identify and engage exceptional talent for its growing team. The Recruiter will partner with the Recruiting Lead, hiring managers, and other stakeholders to build talent pipelines aligned with the company's mission and values. The role spans business-critical functions including Operations, Legal, and G&A, with opportunities to develop expertise in hiring for complex technical skill sets. Experience recruiting for business operations roles, ideally in defense or other highly regulated technical industries, is particularly relevant. This is a 12-month contract position with the potential for extension or full-time conversion based on performance and business needs. The role is based 3–4 days onsite at the company's office in El Segundo, California, and offers exposure to a fast-paced, high-growth recruiting environment.

Requirements

At least 5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience.
Proven track record of closing candidates for complex or hard-to-fill positions.
Experience partnering closely with hiring managers and senior stakeholders on role scoping, pipeline strategy, and candidate evaluation.
Ability to manage multiple searches and candidate pipelines simultaneously with strong attention to detail.
Clear and effective communication skills, including the ability to assess candidate motivations, alignment, and fit.
Data-driven mindset and experience tracking and improving recruiting metrics.
High ownership, adaptability, and comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Familiarity with ATS systems, sourcing tools, and structured interview practices.

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting in defense or similarly regulated technical environments such as aerospace, government, or advanced manufacturing.
Background supporting early-stage or high-growth companies.
Experience with Greenhouse, LinkedIn Recruiter, Pave, and Asana.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional partners.
Resilient, creative problem-solving skills and ability to adapt quickly to changing hiring needs.
Direct, timely, and collaborative communication style.
High ownership mindset and willingness to improve processes and contribute beyond defined responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Recruiting Lead and hiring managers to understand role requirements, team dynamics, and organizational goals.
Own the full-cycle recruiting process from initial candidate screening through offer.
Develop creative talent-pipeline strategies using research, referrals, networking events, and sourcing campaigns.
Work with Recruiting Coordinators, Recruiters, and Operations team members to maintain efficient recruiting workflows.
Maintain and analyze pipeline metrics, providing regular updates and insights to internal stakeholders.
Develop a deep understanding of each team's product, roadmap, and culture to position roles effectively.
Build expertise in critical skills, target companies, and industry trends to guide recruiting strategies and inform hiring decisions.
Use data and analytics to influence hiring strategies, maintain data integrity, and track recruiting goals.
Manage external recruiting agencies used for niche positions in the supported organization.
Deliver a proactive, outstanding candidate experience throughout the recruiting process.