Axiom Space

Senior Recruiter

Axiom Space$95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
  • 5-8 years of recruiting experience, with 3 years in aerospace or advanced engineering
  • Proven track record in sourcing technical talent in competitive markets
  • Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and AI sourcing tools
  • Strong problem-solving skills and organizational abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to implement modern recruiting techniques

Responsibilities

  • Lead full-cycle recruitment for diverse aerospace roles
  • Develop targeted sourcing strategies for niche talent
  • Collaborate closely with hiring managers on workforce planning
  • Build and manage candidate pipelines for high-demand positions
  • Conduct thorough behavioral and technical screenings
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant hiring regulations
  • Drive employer branding initiatives to attract aerospace talent
  • Utilize data analytics to enhance recruiting performance
  • Represent the company at industry events to expand talent networks

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Flexible work hours as needed
  • Potential for remote work options
  • Participation in innovative projects within the aerospace sector
Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a persistent, high-energy, experienced Senior Recruiter that will play a critical role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent across the aerospace organization. This position partners closely with engineering, manufacturing, program management, and leadership teams to build high‑performing teams that support mission‑critical programs. The Senior Recruiter implements full‑cycle recruiting, drives strategic talent initiatives, and ensures an exceptional candidate and hiring‑manager experience.

KEY DUTIES & 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

QUALIFICATIONS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

  • 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

Core Skills

  • 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

Core Competencies:

Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Accountability

  • Technical Rigor

  • Execution Discipline

  • Pride of Delivery

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements 

  • 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

Physical Requirements

  • Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)

  • May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)

  • Equipment and Machines

  • Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)

About Axiom Space

Axiom Space is a private space exploration company that aims to build the world's first commercial space station. The company was founded in 2016 by Michael Suffredini, who previously served as the manager of the International Space Station program at NASA. Axiom Space plans to launch its first module to the International Space Station in 2020, and eventually detach it to form the core of its own space station. The company has partnerships with major aerospace companies such as Boeing and SpaceX.
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