Joblaze summary

In the role of Talent Sourcer at SpaceX, the individual will focus on building talent pipelines for challenging engineering positions, collaborating closely with recruiters and hiring managers. Key skills include technical recruiting experience, strong Boolean search capabilities, and proficiency with sourcing tools. This position is suited for someone with a background in recruiting, particularly in technical fields, who can navigate ambiguity and demonstrate initiative. The temporary role emphasizes teamwork while allowing for a degree of autonomy in sourcing efforts.

Joblaze insights

Listed today — first seen on Joblaze November 8, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page November 8, 2026.
This exact title is also open at 2 other locations at SpaceX: McGregor, TX, Starbase, TX.
Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$127,000).
Starts above 13% of 1478 comparable mid other roles in United States we track (median $105,000 across 187 companies).

Quick facts

Is the Talent Sourcer - Temporary role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Hawthorne, CA, United States.
What's the salary range?: SpaceX lists $85,000–$120,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?: 1–3 years of relevant experience for this Talent Sourcer - Temporary role.
Where is the role based?: SpaceX is hiring for this position in Hawthorne, CA, United States.
What seniority level is this role?: SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Contract for this Talent Sourcer - Temporary role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

TALENT SOURCER - TEMPORARY

As a SpaceX Talent Sourcer, you will build talent pipelines for some of the most technically demanding roles on earth. You’ll partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to identify and engage exceptional talent who want to help make life multiplanetary. In many cases, you are candidates’ first encounter with SpaceX, and it is your job to represent the company with professionalism, pride, and enthusiasm. We work in teams and focus on collaboration, yet require a high degree of autonomy. So, while you are not expected to go it alone, you are expected to show initiative, take responsibility, and see tasks through to completion.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Proactively source passive candidates via X, LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, GitHub, niche technical forums, and other channels
Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for hard-to-fill engineering roles
Leverage AI-powered sourcing and research tools to increase pipeline speed and quality while maintaining a personal touch
Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements and refine sourcing strategy
Conduct initial candidate outreach and phone screens to assess interest and qualifications
Track sourcing metrics and pipeline health and share relevant data points with recruiters and hiring teams
Represent SpaceX’s mission and culture compellingly to prospective candidates
Stay current on market trends, competitor talent pools, and compensation benchmarks

POSITION DETAILS:

This is a temporary position with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate.

LENGTH OF POSITION: 6 months (permanent hire conversion based on performance and business need)
LOCATION: Hawthorne, CA (requires being onsite - remote work not considered)
SHIFT: standard business hours

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of recruiting experience; or associate degree and 2+ years of experience; or 3+ years of professional experience as a recruiter in lieu of a degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1+ years of technical recruiting experience
Experience sourcing for engineering, hardware, or technical manufacturing roles
Strong Boolean/X-ray search skills
Ability to build strong relationships with both hiring managers and candidates
Familiarity with ATS platforms and sourcing tools
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to distinguish between the top 50% and the top 5% of talent within their respective fields
High tolerance for ambiguity and a bias toward action

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Talent Sourcer/Level I: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00/per year
Talent Sourcer/Level II: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for potential discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, and various other discounts and perks. You will also be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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Talent Sourcer - Temporary

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