Recruiter, Recruiter ​/ Talent Acquisition

THE COMPANY

Saildrone is a maritime defense company and the global leader in autonomous unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). With more ocean miles and real-world operational experience than any USV manufacturer or operator, Saildrone maintains active, combat-deployed systems supporting national security and force projection around the world, 24/7/365.

Saildrone's manufacturing and R&D headquarters are located in Alameda, CA, with business development and sales operations in Washington, DC, and deployment hubs in Europe and the Middle East. By combining proven autonomous operations, edge computing, advanced sensing, renewable power, and the most advanced and robust unmanned surface technology on the planet, Saildrone is shaping how the Navy of the future operates.

Join a fast-moving, mission-driven team at the forefront of maritime security and autonomous innovation.

Saildrone is seeking a Recruiter to join our People team. You will play a critical role in sourcing, attracting, and engaging top talent across technical and professional disciplines to meet current and future hiring needs. We are looking for a skilled recruiter and systems thinker who creates clarity from ambiguity, drives execution in a fast-paced environment, and builds strong candidate relationships to ensure Saildrone attracts, hires, and retains high-performing talent.

The People team is responsible for scaling Saildrone's global team and driving end-to-end talent acquisition. We are focused on identifying, attracting, and hiring top-tier technical and operational talent to support mission-critical goals in a national security and defense environment.

• Collaborate closely with hiring managers across all departments to understand staffing needs and job specifications.
• Proactively source, attract, and engage candidates using various channels, including AI-assisted talent discovery platforms, social media, employee referrals, and specialized talent pools.
• Screen candidate resumes, applications, and qualifications in partnership with hiring teams.
• Conduct initial screenings and interviews to assess candidate capabilities, experience, and cultural fit.
• Schedule and coordinate manager interviews while managing all candidate communication throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Track candidate feedback, status, and recruiting metrics accurately within our ATS (Greenhouse), maintaining strict data hygiene and unwavering process adherence.
• Champion and refine recruiting workflows, acting as a systems thinker who can independently follow, execute, and continuously improve defined processes with minimal instruction.
• Deliver a positive, high-touch candidate experience through timely feedback, clear expectations, and consistent follow-through.
• Promote and represent Saildrone's employer brand using modern generative AI tools to craft personalized, compelling outreach that positions the company as a top place to work.

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of in-house recruiting experience, with startup experience required.
• Demonstrated proficiency sourcing for engineering roles, including hardware (mechanical, electrical, firmware), manufacturing, production, field engineering, product development, and operations.
• Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems (Greenhouse preferred) and sourcing platforms like Linked In Recruiter.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and exposure to HRIS tools (ADP Workforce Now a plus), alongside an active interest in leveraging generative AI tools (e.g., Gemini, Claude) to accelerate routine workflows.
• Demonstrated operational rigor and systems thinking, with a proven ability to manage processes independently and flawlessly.
• Working knowledge of equal employment opportunity (EEO) standards and core HR regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated experience partnering across complex cross-functional teams.

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At Saildrone, we're building operational capability that matters—and that requires people who can do their best work over the long term. We invest in our team's well-being, financial security, and professional growth so you can focus on delivering real-world impact with confidence and stability. Our comprehensive benefits package is…