WingXpand · 5 hours ago
Technical Recruiter / Technical Talent Acquisition Partner
Peoria Metropolitan Area
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expWingXpand is a company focused on expanding possibilities with autonomous systems, creating innovative drones for various missions. They are seeking a Contract Technical Recruiter to manage full-cycle recruiting for technical roles in a fast-paced environment, focusing on local talent in the Chicagoland area.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningManufacturingSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end technical recruiting for roles including: Electrical Engineer (EE), Embedded Software Engineer, Embedded Systems Engineer, Full Stack Software Engineer (C++, Python, JavaScript), Autonomous Systems Engineer, Robotics Software Engineer, Hardware Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Technician / Assembler, Principal Engineer and Director of Engineering roles
Own sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer coordination, and close
Partner directly with engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams
Proactively source candidates using: LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed Resume Search, Technical job boards, Referrals and professional networks
Build pipelines for aerospace engineering, robotics engineering, embedded software, autonomy, and manufacturing talent
Focus on local Chicagoland technical talent, including Schaumburg, Chicago, and surrounding suburbs
Conduct technical recruiter screens to evaluate: Technical background and skill alignment, Startup and hands-on build experience, Location and on-site availability, Motivation and long-term interest
Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and technical leads
Ensure a high-quality candidate experience across LinkedIn, Indeed, and direct outreach
Manage candidate tracking and pipeline reporting
Provide weekly updates on hiring progress, funnel health, and risks
Help refine job descriptions, hiring priorities, and interview processes
Support onboarding coordination once hires are made
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience as a Technical Recruiter, Engineering Recruiter, or Technical Talent Acquisition Partner
Proven experience recruiting for: Software Engineering, Embedded Systems, Electrical Engineering, Robotics and Autonomous Systems, Manufacturing and Technician roles
Experience working as a contract recruiter (1099) or in startup / high-growth environments
Strong understanding of technical roles and engineering skill sets
Experience recruiting via LinkedIn, Indeed, and Google Jobs–indexed postings
Ability to operate independently and manage multiple open requisitions
Located in or able to support hiring in the Chicagoland / Schaumburg, IL area
Preferred
Experience recruiting in aerospace, defense, robotics, or autonomous systems
Familiarity with embedded hardware, firmware, and autonomy stacks
Experience recruiting manufacturing engineers or assembly technicians
Existing network of technical candidates in the Chicago market
Experience supporting on-site or hybrid engineering teams
Benefits
Flexible engagement based on hiring volume
Opportunity to convert to part-time or full-time employment
Direct access to leadership and hiring managers
Company
WingXpand
WingXpand is a U.S. aerospace and AI software company that is expanding what’s possible with aerial intelligence
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Techstars
2022-09-19Undisclosed
Leadership Team
James Barbieri
CEO & Co-Founder
Michelle Madaras
President & Co-Founder
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