Technical Recruiter

Firehawk; Lawton (OK); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental and vision plans

EAP

Flexible schedule 9/80

On-site snacks

Professional growth

Job summary

Firehawk, a leading propulsion-focused aerospace and defense company, is building a new Lawton facility and seeks a recruiter to lead program-level hiring across engineering, manufacturing, and technical operations. You will own full-cycle recruiting, craft hiring strategies, and establish local pipelines to support rapid growth.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in technical recruiting, strong sourcing and onboarding coordination, and excellent stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recruiting experience, with at least 2 years focused on technical recruiting (engineering, aerospace, manufacturing, or related fields).
• Bachelor's degree required
• Proven success running program-driven or high-volume recruiting efforts.
• Experience supporting or coordinating onboarding processes.
• Strong ability to source and engage highly technical talent.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead program-level recruiting across engineering, manufacturing, and technical operations to meet hiring goals.
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, hiring strategies, and decisions.
• Support staffing build-out of a new facility with timelines and local pipelines.
• Manage high-volume, full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, interviewing, offers, and closing.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract specialized technical talent in defense and advanced manufacturing.
• Represent Firehawk at industry events, career fairs, and outreach opportunities.
• Oversee new hire orientation workflows and refine onboarding as the organization scales.
• Maintain accurate candidate and onboarding data in the ATS and HRIS.

Skills

Technical recruiting

Talent sourcing

Stakeholder management

Onboarding support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Applicant tracking systems

Onboarding systems

Job description

Firehawk is a leading propulsion-focused aerospace and defense company located in Addison, TX. Our innovative approach empowers us to design and manufacture cutting-edge solid and hybrid rocket motors and engines. We aim to push the boundaries of propulsion technology to serve both commercial and defense sectors.

This position is located in Lawton, OK and the surrounding areas, and operates in a hybrid work environment.

Overview

Firehawk is seeking a driven and experienced Recruiter to support our rapid growth and play a key role in building talent pipelines for new programs. This individual will help launch a brand-new Firehawk facility in Lawton, OK from a staffing perspective, lead program-specific recruiting initiatives, and support end-to-end onboarding to ensure a seamless experience for new hires. The ideal candidate will have strong technical recruiting experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scaling environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead program-level recruiting efforts across engineering, manufacturing, and technical operations to meet hiring goals.
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, create hiring strategies, and drive aligned decision-making.
• Support the staffing build-out of a new facility, including creating hiring timelines, forecasting talent needs, and establishing local talent pipelines.
• Manage a high volume, full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offer strategy, and closing.
• Develop creative sourcing strategies to attract specialized technical talent in defense and advanced manufacturing.
• Serve as a brand ambassador for Firehawk at industry events, career fairs, and recruiting outreach opportunities.
• Oversee new hire orientation workflows, helping to refine onboarding processes as the organization scales.
• Maintain accurate candidate and onboarding data within the applicant tracking system.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and HR to drive process improvements and support long-term workforce planning.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of recruiting experience, with at least 2 years focused on technical recruiting (engineering, aerospace, manufacturing, or related fields).
• Bachelors degree required
• Proven success running program-driven or high-volume recruiting efforts.
• Experience supporting or coordinating onboarding processes.
• Strong ability to source and engage highly technical talent.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting within aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing.
• Prior experience supporting facility startup or greenfield hiring initiatives.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and onboarding systems or workflows.
• Experience building scalable recruiting and onboarding processes in a rapid-growth organization.

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require minimal walking, standing for extended amounts of time, climbing, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat.

Security Clearance

May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Benefits at Firehawk Aerospace

At Firehawk, we are committed to supporting the well‑being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to provide peace of mind and help you thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health Coverage: We offer 100% employer-paid medical premiums for employees and up to 75% coverage for dependents under select plans, with additional options for PPO and HDHP plans. Coverage begins the first of the month following your hire date.
• Dental and Vision Plans: Affordable dental and vision plans with extensive coverage options, including preventive care, orthodontics, and allowances for contacts and frames.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to free, confidential services, including counseling, legal consultations, wellness coaching, and virtual concierge services to support your work‑life balance.
• Flexible Work Schedule: Enjoy a 9/80 schedule option, allowing for greater flexibility and work‑life balance.
• On‑Site Perks: Complimentary snacks and refreshments to keep you energized throughout the day.
• Professional Growth: Mentorship opportunities with industry‑leading engineers and engagement in cutting‑edge projects at the forefront of aerospace innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Firehawk is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firehawk is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by 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.