Recruiting Coordinator (Palo Alto) (Aerospace)

Location: 100% onsite in Palo Alto, CA; remote or hybrid work will not be considered. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible to obtain the required U.S. Department of State authorizations under ITAR requirements.

Salary: $32.00/hour base pay.

Company

SpaceX develops technologies intended to enable human life on Mars and expand human exploration of space.

What you will do

• Schedule phone and onsite interviews and manage interview-day logistics.
• Coordinate candidate travel and support a positive candidate experience.
• Greet and tour candidates during onsite visits.
• Support recruiters with administrative tasks, special projects, recruiting events, and sourcing.
• Learn about SpaceX programs and the space industry to communicate effectively with candidates and client groups.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous professional experience in recruiting, human resources, marketing, sales, or technology.
• Ability to work 100% onsite in Palo Alto, CA.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects, adapt to changing priorities, and work with urgency.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, including senior management, individually and in groups.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• ITAR eligibility as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or person eligible to obtain the required authorizations.

Nice to have

• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• At least 1 year of experience as a recruiting coordinator.
• Experience with Greenhouse or another applicant tracking system.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office tools.
• Basic knowledge of personnel policies and procedures under federal and state employment laws.
• Self-directed, detail-oriented problem-solving approach and strong commitment to team success.
• Ability to learn about and speak intelligently about SpaceX’s business and the space industry.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Additional discounts, perks, and potential discretionary bonuses may be available.
• Employment is governed by merit, competence, and qualifications as an Equal Opportunity Employer.