About this Technical Recruiter role at Loft Federal
About Loft Federal
Loft Federal is committed to delivering the U.S. national security space community a fast, affordable, and streamlined pathway to orbit. As a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Loft Orbital Solutions, Inc., we specialize in providing mission-ready space infrastructure with unmatched efficiency.
At Loft, we empower our team with autonomy, ownership, and bold problem-solving opportunities while fostering a tight-knit, supportive environment. We believe that diversity, inclusivity, and community are the foundation of an open and innovative culture. We value kind, collaborative, and mission-driven teammates who excel in problem-solving and communication—because great solutions come from great teams.
Loft Federal is looking for an experienced Technical Recruiter who is passionate about sourcing and hiring exceptional talent for our rapidly scaling team. As our only technical recruiter, you will report to the Head of People and own our recruiting process from end to end. This includes collaborating with hiring managers, building and attracting a pipeline of top talent, and providing candidates with a smooth interview process. You will have experience recruiting cleared engineers in aerospace/defense, the skill to assess both the technical capabilities and culture adds of candidates, and the ability to understand and promote Loft Federal's value proposition.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to step into a role that has opportunities to grow as we scale, then we want to hear from you!
Mission Objectives & Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle recruiting including sourcing, screening, advancing candidates through the pipeline, and extending offers
- Partner closely with hiring managers to understand technical role requirements, build strong working relationships, and develop effective, targeted recruitment strategies
- Create and execute long-term strategies to source candidates and build talent pipelines for both current and future needs
- Effectively assess the technical ability and aptitude of candidates for multiple technical disciplines including systems engineering, program management, software engineering, hardware engineering
- Evaluate candidates holistically, weighing both technical capability and alignment with Loft Federal's culture and values
- Coordinate interviews and guide candidates through the process providing them with an exceptional experience from start to finish
- Leverage referrals, leads, emerging technology, external recruiting partners, and networking events to build our brand and talent pipeline
- Serve as a compelling advocate for Loft Federal, clearly communicating our mission and value proposition to attract top talent in a competitive market
- Maintain and ensure accurate records in our ATS (Greenhouse)
Mission Mandates
- Must be a US Citizen
Mission Credentials
- 5+ years of recruiting experience in aerospace/defense
- Experience recruiting cleared engineers and candidates in aerospace/defense
- Active clearance or clearability preferred — particularly a DoD/IC Top Secret background investigation with 3+ years of eligibility remaining or CE status, and/or current SCI eligibility supporting SCI or SAP programs.
- An established history of working on an internal recruiting team
- High volume recruiting experience
- Strong networking skills and the ability to connect with passive candidates
- Proficiency managing and maintaining an ATS (Greenhouse preferred)
- Strong professional communication skills and demonstrated ability to influence and advise hiring managers
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Experience recruiting for spacecraft, satellite, or mission systems engineering roles preferred
Some of Our Awesome Benefits:
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependents
- Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA
- 100% employer paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays
- 401(k) plan and equity options
- Daily catered lunches and snacks in office
- Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for birthing parent and 10 weeks for non-birthing parent
- Carrot Fertility provides comprehensive, inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial support
- Off-sites and many social events and celebrations
- Relocation assistance when applicable
Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action
Loft Federal is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status.
Accessibility & Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability when applying for an open position, please contact us at recruiting@loftfederal.com for assistance.
We Hire for Talent, Not Just Resumes
Research shows that while men apply for jobs when they meet about 60% of the qualifications, women and other underrepresented groups tend to apply only when they meet 100% of the listed criteria. At Loft Federal, we value diverse perspectives, respectful debate, and people who challenge assumptions. If you’re excited about a role but don’t meet every requirement, we strongly encourage you to apply.
Third-Party Recruiters & Agencies
No outside recruiters, please. Loft Federal does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, staffing agencies, or third-party recruiters. We will not pay fees for candidates submitted without a signed agreement in place.
