Senior Technical Recruiter; Defense

I'm working with a well-funded, rapidly scaling defense technology startup that's looking for an experienced Senior Technical Recruiter to take ownership of its recruitment function.

The business is developing advanced technology to address some of the most pressing challenges in modern defense. Backed by established investors, they're entering a significant period of growth and need someone who can help them scale.

This is an opportunity to become the Founding recruiter, with genuine ownership and the chance to shape how the business attracts, assesses, and hires talent.

• Previous experience recruiting within the defense industry is essential.
• A strong track record hiring technical and engineering talent, particularly across hardware-focused environments.
• Experience working in fast-paced startups or high-growth organizations.
• Someone comfortable owning recruitment end-to-end, from sourcing and candidate engagement through to offer acceptance.
• The ability to improve existing processes, introduce structure, and build a more scalable recruitment function.
• A hands-on recruiter who enjoys working closely with engineering teams and senior leadership.

• First dedicated recruitment hire, with significant ownership and autonomy.
• Opportunity to build and shape the recruitment function as the business scales.
• Work closely with founders, senior leadership, and engineering teams.
• Join a well-funded, mission-driven defense technology business.
• Play a key role in building the team during a major growth phase.

This would suit someone who enjoys the pace and responsibility of an early-stage startup and wants the opportunity to build something.

Package: $165k-190k+ Equity + Benefits ( Healthcare, Vision, Dental, 401k, and Lunch)