Contract Recruiter / Talent Acquisition

Kraus Hamdani Aerospace (KHA) is an aerospace company specializing in long-endurance unmanned aerial platforms for a wide variety of industries. KHA supports a number of customers to carry out missions involving aerial reconnaissance, survey, communication relay and communications provisioning. Endurance, enabled by effective design, is key to these applications and KHA aircraft utilize cutting-edge aircraft design together with on-board intelligence to deliver value for these customers. Kraus Hamdani Aerospace is building intelligent autonomous technologies for mission-critical environments. Our work sits at the intersection of unmanned aerial systems, AI, communications, and national security. We are driven by a clear purpose: Saving Lives and Connecting the World. We are looking for a part‑time contract recruiter to help us attract and hire exceptional talent for a growing aerospace company solving complex, high‑impact problems. About the Role This is a hands‑on recruiting role for someone who knows how to find, engage, and close high‑quality talent in specialized markets. You will partner closely with hiring managers, run efficient and thoughtful searches, and help create a strong candidate experience from first outreach through offer. This role is ideal for a recruiter who is proactive, organized, resourceful, and comfortable working in a fast‑moving environment where speed and quality both matter. What You’ll Do Lead full‑cycle recruiting for a variety of technical, operational, and business roles Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, define candidate profiles, and launch effective searches Develop creative sourcing strategies to identify and engage hard‑to‑find talent Screen candidates for skills, experience, motivation, and overall fit Coordinate and help manage interview processes to keep searches moving efficiently Present qualified candidates with clear, thoughtful recommendations Maintain an excellent candidate experience through timely communication and follow‑up Track pipeline activity, candidate status, and search progress in the applicant tracking system Help improve recruiting workflows, job postings, and hiring process consistency Support offer‑stage coordination and closing efforts What We’re Looking For Experience recruiting for technical, specialized, or hard‑to‑fill roles Strong sourcing skills and the ability to proactively build candidate pipelines Strong screening and assessment skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills High level of organization, responsiveness, and follow‑through Ability to manage multiple searches in a part‑time capacity Comfort working in a growing, evolving environment Availability during Pacific Time Zone business hours Nice to Have Experience recruiting for aerospace, defense, autonomy, robotics, embedded systems, or other deep‑tech environments Experience supporting defense contractors or companies serving government or national security customers Familiarity with recruiting candidates who hold or are eligible for security clearances Experience working in startup or scale‑up environments Experience using Greenhouse ATS Why Join Us This is an opportunity to help build the team behind meaningful, mission‑driven technology. You will play a key role in helping Kraus Hamdani Aerospace hire the people needed to advance critical capabilities in autonomy, communications, and aerospace innovation. Apply Please submit your resume and a brief note highlighting your experience recruiting for technical or specialized roles by visiting Careers on Kraus Hamdani Aerospace, Inc. (“Company”) collects and uses Personal Information (as defined by the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (“CCPA”)) for human resources, employment, health and safety, and business‑related purposes and to be in legal compliance. For more information, please read the full notice. If you are an EU applicant, by sharing your personal information with Kraus Hamdani Aerospace, Inc. you hereby (a) acknowledge and consent to the international transfer of your personal information to the United States, despite the risks associated due to the absence of an adequacy decision and appropriate safeguards, and (b) acknowledge that you have carefully read and understood this notice. EEO Statement Kraus Hamdani Aerospace is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr KH Aerospace