Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
OUR MISSION
True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
OUR VALUES
- Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
- What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
- It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.
YOUR MISSION
True Anomaly protects and defends the space domain, because our way of life depends on it. As a Technical Recruiter, you'll have a direct hand in building the teams that make this possible. You will help shape a high-growth, high-impact organization by hiring the people engineering the future of space security.
We deliver space superiority so the U.S. can operate freely in orbit, blending hardware and software in a way few companies can. In this role, you will partner with technical leaders, support the full recruiting lifecycle, and contribute to processes that scale. Space is the new high ground, we're here to keep it secure, and you'll be building the team that gets us there.
This role is located in our Centennial, CO office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support full-cycle recruiting with a focus on strong hiring manager partnership, clear and proactive communication, and consistent candidate advocacy.
- Source and engage talent across technical disciplines with a primary emphasis on space vehicle hardware roles, including but not limited to mechanical, propulsion, electrical, and systems engineering.
- Deliver a high-quality candidate experience from initial outreach through offer acceptance, following defined processes and escalating candidate concerns as appropriate.
- Build and maintain pipelines of active and passive talent to support near-term and future hiring needs.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date ATS data and support process excellence by meeting established SLAs without compromising quality.
- Provide timely and accurate hiring progress updates to hiring teams and team leads.
- Partner with cross-functional teammates in Finance, Security, and People.
- Represent True Anomaly professionally at career fairs, recruiting events, and networking opportunities.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 2–5 years of recruiting experience, with meaningful exposure to full-cycle or high-volume technical hiring.
- Demonstrated experience sourcing and screening hardware engineering talent across job families such as mechanical, propulsion, electrical, and systems engineering.
- Ability to manage multiple open roles concurrently while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
- Comfortable working independently on defined tasks while proactively communicating priorities, blockers, and status updates.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to represent ideas clearly in both candidate-facing and internal contexts.
- Organized and dependable, with a bias for action in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Receptive to feedback and coaching; brings solution ideas when identifying gaps or process challenges.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience recruiting aerospace-specific hardware talent, such as mechanical, propulsion, electrical, or systems engineering for spacecrafts, rockets, interceptors, space stations, or related space systems.
- Background in a high-growth technology startup, or aerospace, defense, or national security environment.
- Familiarity hiring DoD-cleared talent (Secret or Top Secret).
- Prior experience with Greenhouse, Gem, LinkedIn Recruiter, and/or ClearanceJobs.
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary: $75,000-$100,000
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work Location: while we observe a hybrid work environment, you will need to be onsite as the business needs require. On an average week, you can expect to spend at least 4 days per week in office at our GravityWorks factory in Centennial, CO.
- Travel: occasional travel to our other office locations and for hiring events.
- Work environment: standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory.
- Physical demands: may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting or carrying items up to 20lbs.
This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including 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.
True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.
Skills Required
- 2-5 years recruiting experience with full-cycle or high-volume technical hiring
- Experience sourcing and screening hardware engineering talent (mechanical, propulsion, electrical, systems)
- Ability to manage multiple open roles concurrently while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable working independently and proactively communicating priorities, blockers, and status
- Organized and dependable with a bias for action in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Maintain accurate ATS data and meet established SLAs
- Receptive to feedback and coaching; proposes solutions to process gaps
- Work onsite at GravityWorks factory in Centennial, CO (on average at least 4 days per week)
- Occasional travel to other offices and recruiting events
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations (ITAR compliance)
- Experience recruiting aerospace-specific hardware talent (spacecraft, rockets, interceptors, space systems)
- Background in high-growth technology startup, aerospace, defense, or national security environment
- Familiarity hiring DoD-cleared talent (Secret or Top Secret)
- Prior experience with Greenhouse, Gem, LinkedIn Recruiter, and/or ClearanceJobs
True Anomaly Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is described as 100% employer-sponsored and comprehensive, including medical, dental, and vision. Options such as HSA/HRA are also referenced, reinforcing strong core coverage.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity is a standard part of the package, positioning employees to share in company ownership. Company and job materials consistently include stock options alongside cash compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Materials highlight generous time off and paid holidays, with references to flexible time off/PTO. Generous parental leave is also cited, complemented by an onsite mother’s room.
True Anomaly Insights
What We Do
Space was once the quietest place in the universe. Now, it's crowded, contested, and confrontational. We are True Anomaly: the only defense company focused exclusively on space defense. Founded in 2022 by ex-U.S. Space Force members, True Anomaly designs and builds advanced systems for space superiority: agile and powerful spacecraft platforms, mission software engineered for unmatched command and control, and payloads tailored for precision sensing and effects. True Anomaly is headquartered in Centennial, CO, with regional offices in Colorado Springs, CO, Long Beach, CA, and Washington, D.C. We are hiring and seeking exceptional talent to join True Anomaly, from any technical industry or background, to bring unique talents, perspective, and solutions. If you embrace complexity, lead instead of follow, showcase integrity over ego, take ownership for outcomes, and measure success by impact, we want to hear from you.
Why Work With Us
True Anomaly exists to enable a secure, stable, and sustainable space environment for the US, its allies, and partners. We design and build spacecraft and software solutions for space superiority. If you are ready to contribute to the future of space defense, we’d love to hear from you.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
We are a hybrid office culture. Our employees work from offices in Denver, Colorado Springs, Los Angeles, and Washington D.C. We recognize the importance of in-office collaboration, but also the value of a flexible work and location requirements
