Technical Recruiter (NASA LTVS Contingent)
Astrolab
People & HR, IT
Hawthorne, CA, USA
USD 68k-117k / year
Posted on Jan 15, 2026
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.
We are seeking a Technical Recruiter to join our growing People Operations team. You will play a crucial role in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent in the tech industry. As a Tech Recruiter, you will be responsible for identifying and engaging top candidates, managing the end-to-end recruitment process, and contributing to our employer brand.
*Employment in this role is contingent on Astrolab being selected as a winner of NASA’s LTVS program.*
We are seeking a Technical Recruiter to join our growing People Operations team. You will play a crucial role in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent in the tech industry. As a Tech Recruiter, you will be responsible for identifying and engaging top candidates, managing the end-to-end recruitment process, and contributing to our employer brand.
*Employment in this role is contingent on Astrolab being selected as a winner of NASA’s LTVS program.*
- Department
- People Operations
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Hawthorne, California
- Workplace type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $68,000 - $117,000 / year
- Reporting To
- Brooks Jones
What you'll Do:
- Talent Sourcing: Utilize creative and effective methods to identify potential candidates
- Candidate Screening: Conduct thorough screenings and initial interviews to assess candidate qualifications, skills, and cultural fit
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with hiring managers and department heads to understand hiring needs and develop effective recruitment strategies
- Recruitment Process Management: Oversee the entire recruitment process from job posting to offer negotiation, ensuring a positive candidate experience
- Employer Branding: Assist in promoting our company culture and values through various channels to attract top talent
- Data Integrity: Maintain accurate records in real-time in our applicant tracking system (ATS), providing regular reports on recruitment metrics
- Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with relevant employment laws and company policies
What Prepared You:
- 1+ years of experience in recruiting, preferably in a tech start-up
- 1+ years of experience in a fast-growing company
- Passion for building teams to solve tough technical challenges
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
What We Offer:
- Work with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
- Ownership in the company
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with matching
- Flexible time off and parental leave
- On-site snacks, beverages, and 2x weekly lunches
- Flexible work environment
About Astrolab
Having a strong, inclusive, and inspired team is essential to accomplishing our bold mission. Employees are our biggest asset, and we are deeply committed to them and our values. At Astrolab we…
Demonstrate and inspire trust. Interactions are direct, honest, and respectful. We are fair and transparent with what we do and why.
Thrive in balance. Balance gives us perspective and keeps us motivated and inspired. We commit to rewarding work and a fulfilling personal life.
Seek diverse perspectives. We ask questions, engage in productive debate and offer alternatives to ensure our solutions and products are robust and a reflection of our collective best.
Move with purpose. Quality and reliability are accomplished through efficient ideation and iteration. We act with a sense of urgency and deliver what we promise, always with the big picture in mind.
Make an impact. We intentionally move our community and industry into the future through our work, practices, and actions.
Our Hiring Process
Stage 1:
Application Review
Stage 2:
Recruiter Phone Interview
Stage 3:
Video Interviews
Stage 4:
On-site Interview
Astrolab is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to careers@astrolab.space. We strive to remove unconscious and unnecessary barriers to build the best team. While we’ve outlined what an ideal candidate could look like, we know that you may bring something unanticipated and essential to the team. If you’re reading this and can see yourself contributing, please register below.
