Talent Acquisition Project Manager

Axiom Space; Texas; On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a bold Talent Acquisition Project Manager to accelerate hiring across engineering, operations, and corporate roles. You will leverage AI-driven sourcing and data-informed processes to attract top aerospace talent while moving quickly without sacrificing quality.

In this high-velocity environment, you will partner with hiring managers, use Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter, and ensure compliance with OFCCP and export controls while meeting aggressive timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 5-8 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in aerospace/high-tech environments.
• Proven success sourcing and closing specialized technical talent in competitive markets.
• Hands-on experience with ATS (Workday) and AI-powered sourcing tools; LinkedIn Recruiter preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for engineering, operations, technical, and corporate roles.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract specialized aerospace talent using AI-powered tools.
• Build partnerships with hiring managers to understand needs and long-term plans.
• Develop and manage candidate pipelines for high-demand roles like flight software engineers.
• Conduct behavioral and technical screening to assess qualifications and fit.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations (OFCCP, export controls).
• Drive employer branding and use data to improve time-to-fill and recruiting processes.
• Communicate progress and issues to stakeholders; implement agile project management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Aerospace talent

AI-powered sourcing

Data-driven recruiting

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

Workday

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com .

Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Talent Acquisition Project Manager who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

POSITION SUMMARY

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Talent Acquisition Project Manager. This is an Individual Contributor role for someone who thrives in a high-velocity, high-stakes hiring environment and knows how to leverage modern recruiting technology to move faster without sacrificing quality. This role blends sharp talent instincts with AI-driven tools and data-informed process improvement to identify, engage, and close top-tier aerospace talent - from initial sourcing through offer. If you're energized by full-cycle recruiting, confident operating with autonomy, and passionate about using technology to outpace the market for hard-to-find talent, this role is built for you.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for engineering, operations, technical, and corporate roles, driving speed and quality across the entire hiring funnel.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract specialized talent, including niche aerospace skill sets, leveraging AI-powered tools to scan web databases, screen resumes, and match candidates to open roles using match-score technology.
• Build strong partnerships with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, role requirements, and long-term talent plans.
• Develop and manage candidate pipelines for high-demand roles such as flight software engineers, avionics specialists, program managers, and systems engineers.
• Conduct behavioral and technical screening to assess qualifications, cultural fit, and alignment with program requirements, utilizing conversational AI, chat assistants, and bots to automate early-stage screening and streamline interview coordination without manual delays.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific hiring regulations, including OFCCP and export-control requirements.
• Drive employer branding initiatives to strengthen the company's presence in aerospace tech talent markets.
• Use data and analytics to track recruiting performance, identify bottlenecks, and recommend process improvements that reduce overall time-to-fill and refine recruiting best practices.
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 5-8 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including at least 3 years in aerospace, high-tech manufacturing, or advanced engineering environments.
• Proven success sourcing and closing specialized technical talent in competitive or cleared markets.
• Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems and AI-powered sourcing and matching tools; experience with Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter preferred.
• Track record of driving results in ambiguous, fast-moving environments, with the sound judgment to problem-solve proactively and positively impact hard challenges.
• Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines while delivering high-quality results.
• Ability to recommend and implement modernized recruiting techniques, automation tools, and process improvements that measurably improve time-to-fill and candidate