Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.

This is a 6-month contract role with the potential to convert to full-time. The team is directly responsible for bringing in the people who shape the company’s growth and execution.

Recruiting at Hermeus means working on technically challenging, high-impact roles in an environment where hiring quality and speed genuinely matter. You’ll be exposed to complex searches across multiple disciplines and collaborate closely with leadership as the company scales.

Responsibilities:

Lead kickoff meetings with Hiring Managers to develop requisitions, understand recruiting needs and discuss headcount while acting as a partner by providing insight and guidance into the entire interview/recruiting process.
Create and execute long-term strategies to source candidates and build talent pipelines for both current and future needs.
Actively source and engage candidates (the best candidates may not even be looking!) using innovative techniques.
Leverage referrals, leads, emerging technology, external recruiting partners and networking events to build our brand and talent pipeline.
Screen candidates while also articulating the Hermeus mission, culture, trajectory, and company benefits as appropriate.
Coordinate interviews and guide candidates through the process providing them with an exceptional experience from start to finish.
Maintain and ensure accurate records in our ATS, Lever.
Willingness to assist teammates in all endeavors to establish Hermeus as an industry leader.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
4+ years of recruiting experience for highly technical roles.
Previous time recruiting in the aerospace / defense / space sectors.
Strong competitive market awareness - knowing the hiring landscape in the aforementioned sectors
Experience with sourcing tools (not just LinkedIn Recruiter) and ways to innovate so that Hermeus stands out with how we attract candidates.
Experience with Lever (ATS) is strongly preferred.
Ability to not only recruit world-class engineers, but also be able to recruit through best in class candidate experience.
Ability to build strong relationships with extremely passive candidates throughout the industry.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

70 - 90 USD

The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.

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