Senior Recruiter

Axiom Space • Houston, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Senior Recruiter who is fueled by high ownership, execution horsepower, growth mindset, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
• 5-8 years of experience with at least 3 in aerospace tech, high-tech manufacturing, advanced engineering environments, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Proven success sourcing technical talent in competitive or cleared markets
• Experience with applicant tracking systems and AI sourcing tools; Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter preferred
• Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results
• Ability to effectively recommend and implement modernized recruiting techniques and processes
• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster
• Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork.
• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery
• This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Responsibilities

• Lead full‑cycle recruitment for engineering, operations, technical and corporate roles
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract specialized talent, including niche aerospace skill sets
• Build strong partnerships with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, role requirements, and long‑term talent plans
• Develop and manage candidate pipelines for high‑demand roles such as flight software engineers, avionics specialists, program managers, and systems engineers
• Conduct behavioral and technical screening to assess qualifications, cultural fit, and alignment with program requirements
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry‑specific hiring regulations, including OFCCP and export‑control requirements
• Drive employer branding initiatives to strengthen the company’s presence in aerospace tech talent markets
• Use data and analytics to track recruiting performance, identify trends, and recommend process improvements and refinement of recruiting best practices
• Represent the company at industry events, career fairs, and professional conferences to build talent networks
• Implement and maintain agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior