Senior Technical Sourcer, Hardware (contract)

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Costa Mesa, CA · People : Talent Acquisition

Anduril Industries, a defense technology company, is seeking a Senior Technical Sourcer for a 6-month contract role. The position focuses on identifying, engaging, and nurturing top-tier technical talent, particularly in hardware development, to support the company's growth. Responsibilities include talent identification, candidate engagement, pipeline development, collaboration with hiring managers and recruiters, and process improvement. Requires a minimum of 4 years in technical sourcing/recruiting, understanding of modern tech stacks and hardware development, strong communication and analytical skills, and proficiency with sourcing tools. Preferred qualifications include experience in startups/tech, specific tooling expertise (Greenhouse, Gem, AI tools), and strong independent work ethic.

What you'd actually do

  1. Utilize advanced sourcing techniques, market research, and social media platforms to uncover passive and active technical candidates.
  2. Initiate and develop meaningful relationships with prospective talent through tailored messaging and personalized communication.
  3. Build and maintain robust candidate pipelines for various technical roles, ensuring a steady flow of high-quality candidates.
  4. Partner with hiring managers and recruiters to understand technical role requirements and align sourcing strategies with broader recruitment goals.
  5. Analyze sourcing metrics and candidate data to refine and optimize sourcing strategies and workflows.

Skills

Required

  • 4 years in technical sourcing or recruiting
  • Proven track record of hiring for technical roles
  • Understanding of modern technology stacks
  • Understanding of hardware development processes
  • Understanding of technical skill sets
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to engage and influence candidates and stakeholders
  • Proficient in using data-driven approaches to evaluate sourcing effectiveness
  • Proficient in using data-driven approaches to make informed decisions
  • Familiarity with applicant tracking systems
  • Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter
  • Familiarity with Boolean search techniques
  • Familiarity with other sourcing tools
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have

  • Startup experience
  • Tech experience
  • Defense industry experience
  • Experience in AAV, UAS, AUV, Weapons, or similar programs
  • Expertise using Greenhouse
  • Expertise using Gem
  • Expertise using various AI tools
  • Expertise using LinkedIn Recruiter
  • Highly self-sufficient
  • Ability to work autonomously
  • Ability to take initiative without requiring constant supervision
  • Resilient
  • Creative problem solver
  • Demonstrates flexibility in tackling challenges
  • Quickly troubleshooting issues
  • Devising innovative solutions on the fly
  • Communicates directly and succinctly
  • Shares information promptly
  • Practices active listening
  • Engages thoughtfully
  • Strong sense of ownership
  • Takes full accountability for their responsibilities
  • Stays aligned with the business mission
  • Actively seeks opportunities to enhance company performance
  • Low ego
  • High curiosity
  • Values continuous learning
  • Embraces honest feedback
  • Views setbacks as opportunities for growth and improvement

What the JD emphasized

  • Minimum of 4 years in technical sourcing or recruiting
  • Understanding of modern technology stacks, hardware development processes, and technical skill sets.