RED 6

Company Overview

Red 6 is an innovative Augmented Reality (AR) technology startup leading the way in synthetic air combat training. Our primary technology, supporting our ATARS product, enables pilots to simulate the cognitive challenges of flying while accessing realistic, scalable training in dynamic outdoor environments.

The Role

We’re seeking a Technical Recruiter with a laser focus on sourcing to help us proactively build top-of-funnel pipelines across a range of highly specialized technical roles. You’ll work closely with our lead recruiter to identify, attract, and engage exceptional candidates in both software and hardware engineering domains, with a priority on difficult-to-fill, mission-critical roles.

This role is all about the hunt — uncovering hidden talent, sparking meaningful candidate conversations, and driving sourcing efforts that fuel the growth of Red 6’s technical teams.

This role is a temporary position through the end of November 2025

The Role

• Design and execute creative sourcing strategies for a range of roles including:
  • Software: Software Engineers (C++), Computer Vision Engineers, R&D Software Engineers, Embedded Systems Engineers.
  • Hardware: Systems Engineers, Chief Engineers, Hardware Technicians, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers.
• Partner closely with the recruiting team and hiring managers to prioritize requisitions, understand technical needs, and adapt sourcing strategies accordingly.
• Source, engage, and convert passive candidates using platforms like LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, Google Boolean/X-ray search, and specialized forums.
• Build and maintain robust, diverse pipelines for highly specialized and hard-to-fill technical roles.
• Conduct initial screenings to assess technical alignment, motivation, and overall fit.
• Act as a brand ambassador in all outreach efforts, delivering an authentic and compelling Red 6 message.
• Track and manage candidate interactions through our ATS and sourcing tools.
• Use data to analyze sourcing performance and make continuous improvements.
• Experiment with sourcing automation, tools, and community engagement to deepen reach.

Experience, Skills and Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of technical recruiting experience with a strong emphasis on sourcing, particularly for difficult-to-fill roles.
• Demonstrated success sourcing for both hardware and software engineering roles.
• Skilled in creative sourcing strategies, Boolean search, X-ray, and candidate engagement techniques.
• Deep familiarity with technical skill sets, especially in C++, embedded systems, mechanical/electrical engineering, and emerging technologies.
• Experience using modern recruiting and ATS tools (e.g., Lever, Greenhouse, etc.).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; highly autonomous and proactive.
• Qualified candidates must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. This requires U.S. Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications

• Background recruiting in defense, aerospace, AR/VR, or hardware-integrated software environments.
• Familiarity with ITAR, Export Control, and/or cleared candidate requirements.
• Experience supporting fast-paced, startup-style growth environments.

Full-Time Employee Benefits

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision (100% coverage for Employees)
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, paid holidays, and parental leave
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity)

Note

Red 6 reserves the right to change its current benefits program at any time, in a manner that is consistent with applicable federal and state regulations.

This job description is not a contract and confers no contractual rights, privileges, or benefits on any applicant or potential applicant. Red 6 has the right to change any and all terms of this job description, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits. Nothing in this job description constitutes an offer or guarantee of employment.

Red Six Aerospace, Inc, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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