Impulse Space

Technical Recruiter (Hardware)

2651 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278

On-site · Full-time · $100k–$150k (as posted)

First seen by offpeak October 13, 2026

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As a Technical Recruiter at Impulse Space, you will collaborate closely with hiring managers to drive the full life-cycle recruiting process, encompassing sourcing, screening, interviewing, extending offers, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. Operating across diverse roles within the Engineering and Operations teams, you will be a key player in our hiring strategy. We are seeking an individual who is not only highly engaged and takes pride in their work but also thrives in our startup environment. Independence and ownership are key facets of success in this role.

Responsibilities

Manage full cycle recruiting for multiple, complex searches, creating innovative sourcing strategies and engagement to bring the best talent to each role
Collaborate closely with hiring managers throughout the recruiting process to ensure we meet their hiring needs and goals
Regularly manage pipeline activity and maintain data integrity, and proactively share data-centric updates with internal stakeholders
Foster a collaborative team environment and a strong service-oriented culture, which ensures delivery of an efficient, effective, quality driven services to internal hiring teams
Focus on process development & metrics/analytics - helping Impulse continually raise the recruiting bar

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years’ experience in full life cycle technical recruiting
Experience recruiting for hardware engineering roles (Mechanical, Test, Production, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to identify, source, and hire exceptional engineering talent
Ability to build strong relationships with both managers and candidates
Knowledge of various recruiting tools such as applicant tracking systems, social media platforms, Boolean searches etc.
Demonstrated knowledge of employment classifications
Ability to prioritize and set expectations in a fast moving environment

Preferred Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree highly preferred
8+ years' experience recruiting in aerospace, or hardware engineering related field
Knowledge of space recruiting markets across the U.S.
Experience in a startup or agile development environment
Knowledge of engineering skillsets in software, hardware, manufacturing, operations
Experience with high volume recruiting

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse 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.

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