Technical Recruiter (Defense Tech)

About this role

<div class="content-intro"><p>ABOUT DEFCON AI</p> <p>RESILIENCE IN THE FACE OF DISRUPTION. DEFCON AI is an insights company that leverages artificial intelligence, mathematical optimization, data analytics, and software engineering for resilient optimization of complex systems.<br>In today’s dynamically changing world, DEFCON AI’s technology aligns outcomes with operational goals, better decision making, and empowers customers to anticipate assess, and mitigate the impacts of disruptions.</p></div><p><span data-contrast="auto">Defcon AI is hiring a </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Technical Recruiter</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> to play a critical role in our next phase of growth. This is a position for a builder – someone who thrives on high-impact technical recruiting but also finds genuine satisfaction in supporting the continued build-out and scaling of People Operations processes. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":278}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Reporting to the Manager of People Operations, this role is primarily focused on technical recruiting (70-80%), while supporting key People initiatives such as onboarding, process improvement, and employee lifecycle programs. This role is designed to increase recruiting capacity and enable the People function to scale efficiently as the company grows.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":278}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You’ll Do</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Technical Talent Acquisition </span></strong></p> <ul> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Full-Cycle Ownership: </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">Lead and execute end-to-end process for specialized technical roles including Software Engineering, AI/ML, Data Science, and Operations Research Scientists.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Hiring Manager Partnership:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Collaborate closely with hiring managers and the Manager of People Operations to scope roles, align on candidate profiles, and drive efficient hiring decisions.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Strategic Sourcing:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Proactively build a pipeline of elite passive talent within the AI and Defense sectors, with a focused lens on candidates holding (or eligible for) security clearances.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Elevate Candidate Experience:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Continuously refine interview process and feedback mechanisms to ensure a top-notch experience that reflects our brand.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">People Operations &…