Talent Sourcer - Temporary
About The Position
SpaceX is seeking a temporary Talent Sourcer to build talent pipelines for technically demanding roles. The role partners with recruiters and hiring managers across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to identify and engage qualified candidates. The Sourcer may be a candidate’s first encounter with SpaceX and is expected to represent the company professionally and enthusiastically. The position requires collaboration alongside autonomy, initiative, accountability, and follow-through. This is a six-month temporary position, with permanent-hire conversion possible based on performance and business needs. It is based onsite in Hawthorne, California; remote work is not considered. The schedule is standard business hours.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of recruiting experience; or associate degree and at least 2 years of experience; or at least 3 years of professional experience as a recruiter in lieu of a degree.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of technical recruiting experience.
- Experience sourcing for engineering, hardware, or technical manufacturing roles.
- Strong Boolean and X-ray search skills.
- Ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
- Familiarity with ATS platforms and sourcing tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Ability to distinguish the top 50% from the top 5% of talent in their respective fields.
- High tolerance for ambiguity and a bias toward action.
Responsibilities
- Proactively source passive candidates through X, LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, GitHub, niche technical forums, and other channels.
- Build and maintain talent pipelines for hard-to-fill engineering roles.
- Use AI-powered sourcing and research tools to improve pipeline speed and quality while maintaining a personal touch.
- Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements and refine sourcing strategy.
- Conduct initial candidate outreach and phone screens to assess interest and qualifications.
- Track sourcing metrics and pipeline health and share relevant data with recruiters and hiring teams.
- Represent SpaceX’s mission and culture compellingly to prospective candidates.
- Stay current on market trends, competitor talent pools, and compensation benchmarks.
Benefits
- Potential discretionary bonuses.
- Comprehensive medical coverage.
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
- Various discounts and perks.
- 10 or more paid holidays per year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
