Recruiting Coordinator (NASA LTVS Contingent)
Astrolab
People & HR
Hawthorne, CA, USA
USD 33-52 / hour
Posted on Jan 17, 2026
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We design, build, and operate multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to support humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are looking for organized, proactive people to support our growing team.
Astrolab is seeking a Recruiting Coordinator to support team growth by assisting with interview scheduling, coordination, and candidate experience while also supporting core People Operations functions. This role partners closely with Recruiting and People Operations to keep hiring processes, on-site interviews, and People Ops workflows running smoothly.
*Employment in this role is contingent on Astrolab being selected as a winner of NASA’s LTVS program.*
*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
- $33.00 - $52.00 / hour
- Reporting To
- Brooks Jones
What You'll Do:
- Own end-to-end interview scheduling across multiple roles and teams in partnership with Recruiting
- Partner with recruiters and other teams to ensure interviews, on-sites, and candidate communications run smoothly
- Guide candidates through the on-site interview process, setting clear expectations and supporting a positive candidate experience
- Coordinate interview logistics, including on-site details and candidate travel when needed
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date information across People Operations and recruiting systems (Pinpoint, BambooHR)
- Assist with applicant tracking system and HRIS administration, including role closeouts, follow-ups, and candidate communications
- Own workflows tied to hiring, onboarding coordination, and early-stage employee setup
- Help identify opportunities to improve people operations nd recruiting processes
- Support intern interview coordination, onboarding logistics, and people operations touchpoints as needed
What’s Prepared You:
- Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of equivalent professional experience
- 1+ years of experience in recruiting coordination, People Operations, HR operations, or administrative support in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
- Comfort working with calendars, scheduling tools, and basic reporting
- Detail-oriented, adaptable, and proactive in a changing environment
Preferred
- Experience supporting high-volume interview scheduling
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and people operations tools
- Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment
- Strong judgment when balancing speed, accuracy, and candidate experience
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.
