Recruiting & People Specialist

Pivotal • Palo Alto, CA

13d • $95,000 - $125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly aircraft the world's first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.

Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal aircraft are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been flying for over 10 years. Last year we announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, which is rapidly progressing toward general release and scalable production in early 2026.

Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.

We’re looking for a motivated and people-focused Recruiting & People Specialist to help us attract top talent and support our growing team. In this role, you’ll own full-cycle recruiting for a variety of roles, manage relationships with external recruiting partners, and support key People & Culture programs like onboarding and internship programs. You’ll work closely with hiring managers and employees to create a seamless and engaging experience from first impression to day one—and beyond.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of recruiting and HR generalist experiences
• Experience working with or managing third-party recruiting vendors or agencies.
• Solid understanding of recruiting workflows and best practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills—comfortable working with all levels of leadership.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple roles at once.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking and HRIS systems (e.g., Lever, Greenhouse, BambooHR or similar).
• Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.

Nice To Haves

• Startup or high-growth environment experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end recruiting for both technical and non-technical roles, including engineering, operations, manufacturing, supply chain, and marketing.
• Partner with hiring managers to define roles, create scorecards, and develop hiring strategies
• Source, screen, and guide candidates through the entire process—from outreach to offer acceptance
• Coordinate and schedule interviews, collect feedback, and lead debrief discussions
• Manage relationships with external recruiting agencies for technical hiring, ensuring alignment with hiring goals and consistent candidate experience
• Track and report on recruiting metrics, maintaining accurate and up-to-date data in the ATS
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience at every stage of the process
• Plan and manage the internship hiring cycle, onboarding, and engagement activities
• Coordinate with managers to scope projects and provide a valuable intern experience
• Build relationships with schools or outreach programs as needed
• Coordinate onboarding logistics and documentation for new hires
• Organize new hire process and orientation to ensure a smooth start
• Assist with HR documentation, compliance, and employee lifecycle tasks
• Help implement or improve people processes as we scale
• Act as a go-to resource for employees with general HR-related inquiries

Benefits

• Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed