Technical Recruiter

aalyria-careers; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative Environment

Impactful Work

Growth Opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Flexibility

Equity and Benefits

Job summary

Aalyria in the United States is seeking a Technical Recruiter to support our engineering organization across software and hardware, with some international hiring in the UK. You will join a lean, collaborative team and scale the company during its next growth phase.

You will recruit for mission-critical engineering roles in satellite communications, telecom, and aerospace-adjacent domains, building strong pipelines, guiding candidates through a transparent process, and partnering with

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of technical recruiting experience for software and hardware roles.
• Experience recruiting for satcom, telecom, aerospace, or defense-adjacent teams is a plus.
• Strong sourcing skills and ability to engage passive candidates.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruiting for mid‑ to senior engineering roles across software and hardware.
• Partner with engineering leaders to define requirements and hiring plans.
• Develop targeted sourcing strategies and manage international hiring, especially UK.

Skills

Technical recruiting

Sourcing

Stakeholder management

Startup experience

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

About Aalyria:

Aalyria is a leading technology company that supplies laser communications technology and temporospatial software-defined networking platforms to the aerospace industry. With technology acquired from Google, Aalyria is at the forefront of innovation in satellite and airborne mesh networks, as well as cislunar and deep-space communications. We are revolutionizing the orchestration and management of planetary mesh networks using any radio or optical spectrum, any orbit, and any hardware across land, sea, air, and space.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Technical Recruiter to support hiring across our engineering organization, spanning software and hardware functions, with some international (UK) hiring support. You’ll join a lean, highly collaborative recruiting team and play a meaningful role in scaling the company during its next phase of growth.

This role is ideal for a recruiter who has a solid technical foundation, thrives in fast-moving environments, and is excited to recruit for complex, mission-driven engineering work, particularly in satellite communications, telecommunications, and aerospace-adjacent domains.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own full-cycle recruiting for mid-level and senior engineering roles across software and hardware teams
• Partner closely with Engineering leaders and hiring managers to understand technical requirements, team dynamics, and near- and long-term hiring needs
• Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies for specialized engineering talent using LinkedIn Recruiter, outbound outreach, referrals, and industry-specific communities
• Recruit for roles within satcom, telecom, aerospace, or adjacent deep-tech domains, translating highly technical requirements into compelling candidate messaging
• Conduct recruiter screens to assess technical alignment, motivation, and overall fit
• Support international hiring efforts, primarily in the UK, coordinating across time zones and aligning with People Ops on regional hiring considerations
• Guide candidates through the interview process, ensuring a high-touch, transparent, and inclusive candidate experience
• Maintain strong pipeline hygiene and provide regular updates on funnel health, risks, and hiring progress
• Collaborate with the broader People team to improve interview processes, role calibration, and hiring efficiency

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5+ years of technical recruiting experience, supporting engineering roles in software and/or hardware
• Prior experience recruiting for satcom, telecom, aerospace, defense, networking, or infrastructure-heavy engineering teams
• Strong sourcing skills and demonstrated success engaging passive technical candidates for hard-to-fill roles
• Experience partnering closely with technical hiring managers and navigating complex role requirements
• Comfort working in startup or high-growth environments with lean teams and evolving priorities
• Familiarity with international recruiting (UK preferred) or strong interest in expanding into global hiring
• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
• A candidate-first mindset with a strong commitment to fair, inclusive hiring practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience recruiting across hardware-software integrated systems (e.g., embedded, systems, RF, optical, networking)
• Exposure to government, aerospace, or regulated environments, including working with security- or compliance-sensitive roles
• Experience contributing to or improving recruiting processes, interview frameworks, or employer branding efforts
• Experience recruiting cleared candidates

What We Offer:

• Innovative Environment: Work at a cutting-edge company shaping the future of aerospace communications.
• Impactful Work:Directly contribute to critical national security programs and initiatives.
• Growth Opportunities: Expand your career with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Inclusive Culture:Be part of a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive workplace where your contributions matter.
• Flexibility: Flexible working arrangements including hybrid remote/in-office schedules.
• Compensation and Equity:Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (401(k), dental, vision, health, life insurance), paid time off, and equity options.

ITAR/EAR Requirements:

This position involves access to export-controlled information. To comply with U.S. government export regulations, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

(A) Qualify as a U.S. person, which includes:

• U.S. citizen or national
• U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder)
• Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157
• Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158

(B) Be eligible to access export-controlled information without requiring an export authorization.

(C) Be eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the necessary export authorization from the appropriate U.S. government agency.

The company reserves the right to decline pursuing an export licensing process for legitimate business-related reasons.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Aalyria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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