Senior Technical Recruiter

Department: Talent Acquisition

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Irvine, California

Compensation: $130,000 - $170,000 / year

Description

At Turion Space, we’re on a mission to secure Earth and expand humanity’s reach beyond it.  Our work is focused on building spacecraft capable of advanced AI-powered missions ranging from national security to in-space servicing, clearing the way for a safer and more sustainable space environment.  From orbital logistics to space debris removal, we're creating the critical infrastructure needed for the next era of space operations.  

We’re not just building satellites - we’re building the future of in-space mobility and servicing.  Our team is fast-moving, ambitious, and driven by the real-world impact of our work.  As we scale rapidly toward multiple launches and program milestones, 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 role is full-time, on site at our Irvine, CA HQ 

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.

What You'll Do

• 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 in our ATS and help us improve our metrics and dashboards as we grow
• Continuously iterate on our processes to improve speed, quality, and experience

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in a startup or high-growth environment
• A track record of success recruiting for hard-to-fill technical roles (hardware, software, or systems)
• Demonstrated ability to source and close candidates in competitive markets
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with hiring managers and candidates
• A bias toward action, curiosity, and adaptability - you figure things out and get it done
• Solid working knowledge of recruiting systems and tools (e.g., Lever, TeamTailor, Greenhouse, Ashby, or similar)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive or hardware-heavy industries
• Familiarity with hiring DOD cleared talent
• Prior experience building and improving recruiting processes, metrics, or other solutions to make talent acquisition more effective

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:​

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. ​
• Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan to help you plan for your future. ​ 
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge. ​ 
• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing 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 environmen