Sr. Technical Recruiter
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About the job
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.
We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to join our growing Talent Acquisition team. In this role, you will partner with hiring managers to recruit high-quality talent across Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, Facilities, and other corporate functions.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, enjoys building strong partnerships, and is passionate about delivering an exceptional candidate experience. ## What you'll do - Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify and engage top talent across manufacturing, finance, operations, and other non-technical functions - Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates through proactive sourcing, networking, referrals, and recruiting tools - Conduct phone screens and initial interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications, experience, and alignment with company culture - Partner closely with hiring managers to understand business needs, define recruiting strategies, and provide market insights throughout the hiring process - Manage the full-cycle recruitment process from intake meetings and job postings through offer negotiation and onboarding coordination - Ensure a positive, timely, and professional candidate experience throughout every stage of the hiring process - Maintain accurate, real-time candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and provide recruiting metrics and pipeline updates - Promote the company's employer brand through candidate interactions, networking, recruiting events, and social media - Ensure recruiting practices comply with all applicable employment laws, OFCCP guidelines, and company policies - Continuously identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes, efficiency, and candidate quality ## What you'll bring Basic Qualifications - 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a high tech, startup or space environment - Experience sourcing passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing platforms ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience recruiting within a government contracting environment, including familiarity with OFCCP, EEO regulations, and audit-ready recruiting practices - Experience with ATS platforms such as Pinpoint, Greenhouse, or Ashby - Experience recruiting in a fast-paced, high-growth or startup environment preferred - Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities ## Benefits and Perks - Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration - Equity ownership in the company - Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support - 401(k) plan with company match - Flexible PTO and parental leave - Home office set up reimbursement - Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site - Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks
From Astrolab's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Astrolab
Rovers that carry cargo and crews on the Moon and Mars.
Pay on its listings: 100% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
How it pays: Paid as an employee on Astrolab's own payroll (salaried or hourly, as each posting states).
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