Contract Technical Recruiter (6-Month Contract)

At Gravitics, we're not just exploring space—we're building it. We're creating the infrastructure for a thriving space economy, enabling humanity to flourish beyond Earth. Our vision is bold, but we're not just dreamers; we're doers. We design and manufacture the large-scale structures and systems that will power human and robotic activity in Earth orbit and beyond. If you're ready to lay the foundations for a new era in space, embrace a culture of relentless learning and innovation, and contribute to a future where humanity's reach extends farther, Gravitics is the place for you. Let's build the future, together.  

We are seeking an experienced Contract Technical Recruiter to lead the end-to-end recruitment efforts for our immediate technical and engineering openings. You will be a strategic partner to our leadership team, responsible for identifying, engaging, and hiring top-tier talent in a highly competitive aerospace and Space Systems market. 

This is a hybrid role based out of our Marysville, WA facility, requiring a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility. 

Responsibilities 

• Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the entire hiring process for various technical roles, including Aerospace Engineers, Structural Engineers, Propulsion Specialists, and specialized manufacturing talent.
• Sourcing Strategy: Utilize advanced sourcing techniques (LinkedIn Recruiter, Github, X-Ray search, and niche aerospace networks) to build a robust pipeline of passive candidates.
• Partnership: Set expectations on market reality and provide regular data-driven updates on pipeline health. 
• Candidate Experience: Act as the primary point of contact for candidates, ensuring a high-touch, professional, and transparent experience that reflects Gravitics’ mission and culture. 
• Interview Management: Coordinate and facilitate the onsite candidates in process in our Marysville office, including technical screenings and live onsite interviews, ensuring alignment between the interview panel and the candidate. 
• Offer Negotiation: Manage the closing process, including compensation benchmarking and offer delivery, to ensure high acceptance rates. 

Required Qualifications 

• Experience: 3+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience, ideally within the aerospace, defense, robotics, or high-growth hardware sectors.
• Technical Literacy: Proven ability to understand and screen for complex engineering skill sets (e.g., structures, avionics, GNC, or orbital mechanics).
• Sourcing Prowess: Expert-level skills in identifying talent for "purple squirrel" roles in niche technical domains.
• Adaptability: Experience working in a fast-paced, startup, or rapidly scaling environment where priorities may shift.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to "sell" a vision to highly sought-after talent.
• Location: Ability to work in a hybrid capacity from our Marysville, WA office. 

Preferred Skills 

• Experience recruiting for engineering talent.
• Familiarity with ITAR/EAR compliance requirements during the hiring process.
• Proficiency with modern Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Greenhouse preferred.