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Technical Recruiter - Engineering & Production (Contract)

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Los Angeles, CA
50-85 Hourly
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50-85 Hourly
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Conduct full-cycle recruiting for engineering, manufacturing, and production roles supporting spacecraft development. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, partnering with hiring managers, screening and evaluating candidates, coordinating interviews, managing offers, tracking recruiting pipelines, and improving candidate and hiring processes. The role requires aerospace and technical recruiting knowledge, strong stakeholder partnership, and U.S. Persons status for access to export-controlled data.
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Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.

For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.

Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.

We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet. 

About the Role

Apex is growing our Talent Acquisition team and seeking a Technical Recruiter – Engineering & Production - to help scale the teams building our spacecraft. You’ll focus on hiring top production talent from aerospace engineers to technicians and leads on the factory floor. You’ll partner with our Talent Team, Engineering, and Production leaders to understand priorities, source exceptional candidates, and own the full recruiting process from start to finish. This role is fast-paced, hands-on, and critical to supporting Apex’s expanding capabilities.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement talent acquisition strategies to identify, attract, and hire high-quality candidates for engineering and other roles

  • Own the full-cycle recruiting process with an emphasis on strong hiring manager partnership and effective candidate advocacy

  • Source candidates, screen resumes, and evaluate candidates to determine fit

  • Facilitate interview and hiring decision-making processes with interview panelists, hiring managers, and company leadership

  • Manage offer process, partnering with hiring managers and leadership

  • Continuously and independently seek new ways to improve both the candidate experience and recruiting process

  • Manage application and interview data, ensuring all communications and information are accurately tracked within our systems

     

Requirements:

  • U.S. Persons status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data

  • 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including partnering with hiring managers and directors, assessing candidate qualifications, and managing pipeline progress

  • Strong knowledge of aerospace industry trends, engineering roles, and technical skill sets

  • Ability to evaluate technical aptitude and screen candidates for both technical and behavioral fit

  • Experience managing various pipelines of candidates and keeping track of their progress throughout the recruitment process

  • Proficiency sourcing with LinkedIn as well as alternative techniques

  • Strong initiative and drive to select the best talent and build an exceptional team

 

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience with full-cycle recruiting experience working on Engineering, Manufacturing, and/or Production & engaging top tier talent

  • Multiple years of experience working at an agency or fast-paced startup environment

  • Proven experience as a recruiter, preferably within the aerospace or engineering industry

     
Compensation

Hourly: $50.00- $85.00

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base salary range and excludes additional benefits. If your salary requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply.

This role during the temporary period is not eligible for full-time employee benefits

Why Join Apex?

Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We're a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding, and we invest heavily in our people from day one.

What We Offer For Full-time Employees:
  • Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create

  • Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost

  • Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays

  • Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%

  • 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel

  • Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day

  • Vibrant community: Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family

  • Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self

  • World-class Playa Vista office with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life

  • Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference

Ready to join a team where your contributions matter and your future is bright? Let's build something extraordinary together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, 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.

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