Technical Talent Sourcer

Radiant•El Segundo, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Radiant is an El Segundo, CA-based startup building the world’s first mass-produced, portable nuclear microreactors. The company’s first reactor, Kaleidos, is a 1-megawatt failsafe microreactor that can be transported anywhere power is needed and run for up to five years without the need to refuel. Portable nuclear power with rapid deploy capability can replace similar-sized diesel generators, and provide critical asset support for hospitals, data centers, remote sites, and military bases. Radiant’s unique, practical approach to nuclear development utilizes modern software engineering to rapidly achieve safe, factory-built microreactors that leverage existing, well-qualified materials. Founded in 2020, Radiant is on track to test its first reactor next year at the Idaho National Laboratory, with initial customer deliveries beginning in 2028. Talent Sourcer Please note: This is a 6-month contract-to-hire-position. Conversion to FTE will depend on a number of factors: company need, personal performance, etc. Radiant is seeking a bold, resourceful, and mission-driven Talent Sourcer to identify and engage top-tier talent in a high-growth, startup environment. You will own the top of the funnel , building strategic pipelines and driving outreach efforts that fuel Radiant’s ability to hire world-class engineers, operators, and innovators.The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, high-ambiguity environments, loves the hunt for exceptional talent, and takes pride in unearthing candidates others might overlook. You will partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and design sourcing strategies that attract the best talent in the industry. This role offers the opportunity to directly shape the team that will deliver the world’s first portable zero-carbon nuclear microreactor.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or 3+ years of sourcing/recruiting experience, preferably in-house at a technical company.
Demonstrated success sourcing hard-to-find, passive talent across a wide range of disciplines.
Strong research and Boolean search skills, with a creative approach to candidate generation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in outreach and engagement.
Ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to meet company goals.
Must work 100% onsite at Radiant’s El Segundo HQ.
Occasional travel for recruitment and networking events.

Nice To Haves

Experience sourcing in engineering-heavy industries (aerospace, nuclear, energy, or related fields).
Proven ability to build diverse talent pipelines and connect with candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.
Curiosity, persistence, and a drive to find solutions where others see roadblocks.
Passion for Radiant’s mission and excitement to build the future of clean energy.

Responsibilities

Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to deeply understand role requirements and team priorities.
Design and execute sourcing strategies that identify and engage passive talent across technical and corporate functions.
Leverage a variety of tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, networking, events, and niche platforms) to build robust candidate pipelines.
Drive personalized, thoughtful outreach campaigns that introduce candidates to Radiant’s mission and opportunities.
Track and manage pipelines, ensuring accurate and organized candidate data.
Represent Radiant at recruiting and networking events to build talent pools and strengthen our employer brand.
Provide market insights and talent intelligence to recruiters and hiring teams to help shape hiring strategies.

Benefits

Stock: Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees.
Medical: 100% premium coverage for base Silver level plan for employee + 50% premium coverage for dependents. Platinum plans available.
One Medical: Sponsored memberships for eligible employees and their dependents.
Vision: 100% premium coverage for top tier plan + 50% for dependents.
Dental: 100% premium coverage for top tier plan (including orthodontia) + 50% for dependents.
Voluntary life, accident, hospital, critical illness, commuter and FSA/HSA are offered as employee contributed benefits.
8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents. Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees.
Daily catered lunch.
Free snacks and drinks.
Flexible PTO policy.
Remote workday allocation.
Company and team-bonding events, happy hours and in-person camaraderie.
Beautiful El Segundo headquarters close to the Pacific Ocean.