Senior Technical Recruiter

Turion is developing the critical infrastructure of the space economy. We're doing this by building vertically integrated hardware and software: DROID, our line of space vehicles, and Starfire, our software suite covering simulation, modeling, planning, and operations.
We're a group of people who fell in love with the future sci-fi promised us, and we're building it into reality. We build hard things. We build them well. And we're just getting started.

We’re looking for a Senior Technical Recruiter who can help us build the high-performing, mission-driven team that will get us there. This isn’t a recruiting job where you push candidates through the ATS. This is hands-on, full-stack recruiting at a company where execution speed matters, ambiguity is part of the job, and you’ll be a true partner to our engineering and leadership teams.

This is a full-time, exempt position based on-site at our Irvine, California headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruiting for technical roles, primarily focused on engineering

• Actively source top-tier, hard-to-reach talent through creative outbound strategies and network-building

• Prepare hiring teams with structured interview plans and tools for effective, consistent candidate evaluations

• Run debriefs and partner with hiring managers to make data-informed decisions quickly

• Guide candidates through the process with clarity, professionalism, and a focus on an outstanding experience

• Craft compelling offers and close candidates, including compensation and equity conversations

• Maintain data and detailed documentation in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Ashby.

• Continuously iterate on our processes to improve speed, quality, and experience

• Handle contractor requests from hiring managers and manage those requisitions through to start date, in addition to full-time hiring

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in a startup or high-growth environment

• A track record of success sourcing and hiring for hard-to-fill technical roles

• Prior experience presenting and implementing new recruitment strategies and processes with business leadership

• Demonstrated history of building long-term relationships with hiring managers and candidates

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage requisitions and project work simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in SaaS, aerospace, defense, automotive or hardware-heavy industries

• Willingness to engage with alternative sourcing methods, including social media, networking, contract and patent scraping

• Familiarity with hiring cleared talent

• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations related to recruitment and hiring

• A bias toward action, you notice potential bottlenecks and proactively present solutions

Senior Technical Recruiter Salary range: $135,000 - $155,000 USD

Employees may be asked to support alternate shifts, extended shifts, and/or travel during peak work periods.

ITAR Requirements:

This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to a competitive base salary and company stock, determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and market demand, full-time employees are eligible for:

• Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's success

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.

• Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan with a 3% Employer Direct Contribution to help you plan for your future.

• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.

• Parental Leave: Paid parental leave following the birth of a newborn or adoption.

• Emotional Wellbeing: A no-cost Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your household’s emotional health and wellbeing.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing internal training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.

• Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.

We are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for our team members, recognizing that our collective success is built upon the well-being and satisfaction of each individual.

Turion Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Turion Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.