Xona · 8 hours ago
Recruiting Coordinator
Burlingame, CA
Contract
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expXona is a navigational intelligence company focused on providing real-time, centimeter-level positioning solutions. They are seeking a contract Recruiting Coordinator to support the hiring of technical teams, ensuring a smooth interview process and a high-quality candidate experience.
AerospaceGPSInformation ServicesNavigationSatellite CommunicationSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Coordinate end-to-end interview scheduling for highly technical roles across flight software, hardware, RF, GNSS, systems, and operations teams
Own complex interview loops involving cross-functional stakeholders, executives, and external partners often across multiple time zones
Work directly with Xona’s Recruiter and hiring teams to keep hiring processes moving quickly and efficiently
Serve as point of contact for candidates, delivering a professional, responsive, and high-bar candidate experience aligned with Xona’s mission
Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records, interview feedback, and hiring status in Ashby, our in house applicant tracking system (ATS)
Proactively troubleshoot scheduling conflicts, last-minute changes, and process gaps in a fast-moving aerospace startup environment
Contribute to recruiting operations improvements as Xona continues to scale its team and hiring processes
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience as a Recruiting Coordinator, Talent Coordinator, or HR Coordinator in a fast-paced, in-house environment
Proven experience scheduling complex interview loops for technical roles
Hands-on experience with our ATS, Ashby (Greenhouse, Lever, or similar acceptable)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple roles and priorities simultaneously
Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills
Ability to operate independently, anticipate needs, and adapt quickly in a startup setting
Comfort working in a contract role supporting evolving and sometimes ambiguous hiring needs
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e. Green Card holder), or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)
To comply with U.K. regulations, this role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks, and successful candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC)
Successful candidates must obtain and hold a security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR
Preferred
Familiarity with technical hiring for software, embedded systems, hardware, or RF roles
Prior experience working at an early-stage or high-growth startup
Exposure to export control–sensitive hiring environments (ITAR/EAR awareness is a plus)
Strong recruiting operations mindset with an interest in process improvement and scaling systems
Passion for space, satellite technology, or Xona's mission to build next-generation positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) infrastructure
Experience supporting recruiting teams in aerospace, space, defense, or other deep-tech industries
Company
Xona
Xona is launching a LEO satellite network bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth..
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$151.42MKey Investors
Craft VenturesSpaceWERXFirst Spark Ventures
2025-06-26Series B· $92M
2025-06-26Grant· $20M
2024-05-08Series A· $19M
Leadership Team
Brian Manning
Co-Founder & CEO
Bryan Chan
Co-Founder, VP Corporate Strategy
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