Our openings span more than one career level. The provided salary depends on many factors, such as work experience and transferable skills, business needs and impact, and market demands.

About Us:

Collaborative autonomy is how self-tasking teams of machines will solve hard human problems, and HavocAI is an unquestioned leader in collaborative autonomy. We set the standard for autonomous surface vessels for a wide range of defense and commercial maritime missions. Success requires us to grow quickly, and we’re looking for teammates who are passionate about solving hard problems, about pushing the envelope, and about preventing conflict and saving lives. Ambition is welcome to apply within.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Technical Recruiter to drive our talent acquisition efforts across engineering, product, and operations. You’ll own the full-cycle recruiting process — sourcing, engaging, and closing top-tier candidates who are motivated to solve hard technical problems in autonomy, robotics, and defense.

This role requires a strong grasp of technical recruiting strategies, excellent candidate experience management, and the ability to partner closely with hiring managers to anticipate needs and scale a world-class team.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, build job descriptions, and craft recruiting strategies.

• Source, engage, and build pipelines of exceptional technical talent (software, hardware, systems, maritime engineering).

• Manage the full candidate lifecycle: initial outreach, interviews, feedback, and closing.

• Ensure an outstanding candidate experience that reflects HavocAI’s mission and values.

• Maintain structured processes in our ATS (Ashby) for tracking candidates, reporting, and compliance.

• Build and nurture relationships with passive candidates and relevant industry networks.

• Contribute to HavocAI’s employer branding efforts to attract talent from diverse backgrounds.

• Provide market insights and data to guide headcount planning and recruiting strategy.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of technical recruiting experience (in-house or agency), ideally in defense tech, aerospace, robotics, or related industries.

• Demonstrated ability to recruit across multiple disciplines (software, hardware, systems).

• Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn, GitHub, networking, and creative approaches.

• Excellent communication, relationship management, and closing skills.

• Experience working with modern ATS systems (Ashby preferred).

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, and mission-driven environment.

• U.S. Citizen, eligible for security clearance preferred.

Benefits:

• 100% Employer paid Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your families

• Ability to participate in the companies 401k program

• Unlimited PTO policy with an enforced 2 week minimum

• Equity Package

• Work / Home Office Stipend

• Global Entry Re-Imbursement

• 16 Week Paid Parental Leave

• Monthly Health and Wellness Stipend

Our Values:

• Innovation: We are driven to break new ground. Every day presents an opportunity to challenge the status quo, think boldly, and deliver advanced solutions that transform the future of defense technology.

• Integrity: We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, accountability, and trust in all our actions and partnerships.

• Mission-Driven: We are focused on achieving impactful outcomes that align with our core mission—protecting lives through innovation.

• Forward-Leaning: We continuously seek out new opportunities and remain at the forefront of technological advancements. We embrace change and anticipate the challenges of tomorrow with confidence and creativity.

• Ownership of All Tasks: At HavocAI, no problem is too complex or too trivial. We believe that greatness comes from tackling the hardest challenges, but also in handling the smallest, sometimes thankless, tasks with the same level of commitment and care.

• Servant Leadership: We lead by serving others, whether it’s supporting our employees, partners, or the broader community. Empowering those around us is key to achieving long-term success and making a lasting impact.

HavocAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Compensation Range: $120K - $150K