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Anduril Industries, a defense technology company transforming U.S. and allied military capabilities, seeks a Senior Leadership Recruiter to own executive talent acquisition for the Hardware Platform organization. You will execute end-to-end, full-cycle recruitment for Director, VP, and Principal-level technical roles across Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering disciplines.
Key responsibilities include: conducting comprehensive market mapping and competitor analysis to identify passive, top-tier leadership talent; establishing deep strategic partnerships with C-suite executives, founders, and VP-level engineering stakeholders to influence organizational design and talent strategy; delivering white-glove candidate experiences from initial outreach through onboarding; designing and negotiating complex executive compensation packages including base, equity, and performance incentives; and tracking pipeline metrics and market trends to provide data-driven updates to executive leadership.
You will leverage executive networking, referral campaigns, warm introductions, and advanced sourcing methodologies to engage highly coveted passive industry leaders. Deep understanding of Anduril's product positioning, technical roadmap, and mission is essential to effectively pitch leadership opportunities.
Required: 8+ years recruiting experience with 3+ years in full-cycle executive, leadership, or principal-level technical search (internal executive search or top-tier search firm preferred). Proven track record hiring leadership talent in complex engineering domains (Hardware, Aerospace, Robotics, Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing). Demonstrated experience advising C-suite and Founder-level stakeholders on hiring strategy. Deep knowledge of executive compensation models, equity valuations, and vesting schedules. Exceptional assessment skills evaluating leadership capability, strategic thinking, and cultural alignment. Professional, discreet communication with ability to build immediate rapport with high-profile candidates. Experience managing highly confidential searches. U.S. Person status required due to access to export-controlled information.
Preferred: experience in high-growth startups, top-tier tech companies, or aerospace/defense sectors (UAS, AAV, AUV). Self-sufficient, comfortable in ambiguous fast-paced environments. Resilient, creative problem-solver. Exceptional active listening and ability to communicate complex business narratives. High ownership mentality and low ego with high curiosity.
