Technical Recruiter

About Andrenam We’re building sonar and sensing systems that bring light to the last dark domain: the ocean. Our team includes alumni from SpaceX, Anduril, ABL, Palantir and Qualia. We build full-stack—from physics to perception to product—with speed, elegance, and an unwavering commitment to the mission. We believe the maritime domain will define the next century of economics, geopolitics, and global security. We're here to shape it. About this role Andrenam is growing fast, and we're looking for a Technical Recruiter to join as the second member of our Talent team. You'll own select roles at full-cycle capacity — from sourcing through offer close — across engineering and hardware, with some GTM and business hiring mixed in, partnering closely with the Talent Lead and hiring managers along the way. The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, and wants to help build our recruiting function and process from the ground up. This role is hybrid, based out of our Torrance office (2-3 days per week in office). In this role, you will: Run full-cycle searches — from sourcing through offer close — across hardware, software, AI/ML, and technical/generalist roles Partner with hiring managers to define roles, writing job descriptions that attract the right people and interview processes that evaluate them well Build and manage your own top-of-funnel pipelines for hard-to-fill, niche technical searches — via sourcing, events, referrals, and creative channels Run a recruiting process, from outreach to offer, that delivers a best-in-class candidate experience Own and support the recruiting infrastructure needed to scale (ATS hygiene, scorecards, candidate tracking, calibration loops) Track and report on pipeline and hiring metrics (funnel conversion, time-to-fill, offer acceptance rate) to keep your searches and overall hiring performance on track Partner with the Talent Lead and team on employer brand — help build out messaging, campaigns, and other ways we show up externally, and translate that into sharper outbound and sourcing messaging Represent Andrenam with clarity and conviction to every candidate, from outreach to offer close What we’re looking for: 3-5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience with a tech focus (GTM and business recruiting exposure is a plus, not required) Direct experience recruiting for defense, aerospace, hardware, or robotics roles — or closely adjacent deep-tech Prior experience at an early-stage startup (Series B or earlier), comfortable building pipeline and process from scratch with minimal recruiting infrastructure Strong track record closing candidates on hard-to-fill or niche technical searches, including comp negotiation Excellent sourcing and candidate assessment skills Clear, compelling communicator with the ability to build relationships with both candidates and hiring managers Highly organized and self-directed; thrives in fast-moving, low-structure environments Motivated by mission and able to connect with candidates beyond just comp and perks Why join us? Andrenam is an innovative, mission-driven company at the intersection of maritime autonomy and defense. We offer: Competitive salary Long-term equity incentive program with significant growth potential. Flexible PTO and paid holidays. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance. 401k Lunch and snacks provided in office. Access to a unique work environment, blending technology, maritime, and defense. Salary Range $125,000-$165,000 The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Andrenam's total compensation package. Additionally, Andrenam offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:medical, vision & dental coverageas well asaccess to a 401(k) retirement plan. Disclosures This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). You must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State without sponsorship for an export license. Andrenam is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Socket.dev