Senior Technical Recruiter, Air Vehicle Hardware (Contract)

ANDURIL INDUSTRIES•Costa Mesa, CA

61d•$60 - $70•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to own and drive the full-cycle hiring strategy for our hardware teams within the Air Dominance and Strike division. Based in Costa Mesa, CA office you will operate independently as a subject matter expert, ensuring we recruit top-tier hardware talent and shape our long-term talent strategy. This role will be hybrid onsite in Costa Mesa, CA. This role is open to contract only with eligibility to convert.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably in executive search and divisional hiring.
Proven ability to convey complex information in simple terms and drive a data-driven narrative.
Demonstrated leadership in ambiguous, fast-paced environments with a focus on strategic stakeholder alignment.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in startups, tech, and relevant hardware domains (Autonomous Vehicles, Aerospace, Robotics, etc.)
Ability 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.
True Ownership: Accountability for outcomes, with a commitment to improving all aspects of the business.
Continuous Learner: Low ego, high curiosity; embraces candid feedback and uses setbacks as opportunities to iterate and excel.

Responsibilities

Operate Autonomously: Serve as a trusted talent advisor for complex hiring projects across the division.
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.
Advise on workforce planning through regular strategic updates and business reviews
Act as a subject matter expert using tools like Greenhouse, LinkedIn Recruiter, Gem, and email to engage passive candidates and conduct initial interviews, ensuring high interview-to-offer ratios by anticipating hiring manager preferences.
Build talent maps and leverage market intelligence to adapt hiring strategies in response to competitor movements and emerging trends
Represent Anduril's brand internally and externally, using internal resources to effectively sell our value proposition.
Influence and elevate recruitment best practices, ensuring a consistent and exceptional candidate experience while continually driving process efficiency and quality across high-stakes projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Available depending on role eligibility.
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
Pension plan with employer match.
Superannuation plan.