Recruiting Coordinator (Contract)

Capella Space stands at the forefront of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology and signal intelligence. We provide customers in governments, academia, and commercial sectors with reliable information that enables unparalleled understanding of the world. Our mission is centered on delivering timely and reliable Earth imagery, supporting diverse applications in defense & intelligence, disaster response, energy, environmental monitoring and more. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, Capella Space designs, manufactures and operates an advanced constellation of SAR imaging satellites. Our market-leading SAR satellites are complemented by an unmatched data infrastructure and automated ordering and delivery platform for fast, reliable insights where and when customers need it most. 

Recognized for our technological prowess, Capella Space was honored as one of the 10 most innovative companies in Space in 2023 by FASTCOMPANY. Capella Space is an internationally trusted Earth Observation data provider, working closely with the U.S. Space Systems Command, U.S. Space Force, NASA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. National Reconnaissance Office, the Canadian Government and more to make unclassified, high-resolution SAR data more accessible.  

What Makes Capella Unique? 

Capella Space is a highly collaborative team environment, providing an opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the space industry, though no prior space experience is needed.  We’re looking for people excited about tackling seemingly impossible challenges, learning new skills and concepts, and helping each other achieve success. Our mission and our products are meant to understand the whole world and help everyone in it - regardless of race, creed, or any other distinction. We encourage you to bring your unique perspective to help make us stronger, including applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. 

About the Role  

Join our People & Talent team as a Recruiting Coordinator, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping exceptional recruiting experiences for candidates and internal teams alike. You’ll act as the backbone of our hiring operations, ensuring seamless coordination from interview scheduling to onboarding, while fostering a culture of efficiency and inclusion.

This role is ideal for a collaborative, process-driven professional passionate about creating positive candidate experiences and supporting strategic talent initiatives. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy bridging people with opportunities, we’d love to hear from you! 

Role Responsibilies 

• Take ownership of our interview coordination.
  • Schedule interviews with precision, managing complex calendars and ensuring clear, timely communication.
  • Host onsite interviews at our Louisville, CO office, creating a warm and professional environment for candidates.
  • Maintain proactive communication with candidates and internal stakeholders to elevate the recruiting journey. 

• Manage and optimize our processes and data
  • Update and maintain candidate records in Greenhouse with a focus on accuracy and detail
  • Identify opportunities to refine workflows and processes to enhance the candidate experience
  • Track recruitment metrics to evaluate process effectiveness and support data-driven decisions 

• Own and elevate our new hire onboarding experience
  • Oversee onboarding for new hires: prepare materials, conduct orientations, and ensure smooth transitions.
  • Facilitate offboarding processes with care, maintaining compliance and professionalism. 

• Collaborate on talent outreach
  • Manage job postings to attract top-tier talent and amplify role visibility
  • Partner with recruiters on sourcing strategies and special projects to support hiring goals
  • Contribute to cross functional initiatives that drive innovation across the People & Talent team  

Qualifications

• 3+ years in recruiting coordination or a similar role. 

• Advanced proficiency in Greenhouse ATS and CRM tools. 

• Expertise in complex scheduling and calendar management. 

• Hands-on experience with onboarding/offboarding processes. 

• Strong analytical skills with Excel expertise (formulas, pivot tables, data tracking). 

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities. 

• Highly organized, with a knack for prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment. 

• Demonstrates a strong bias for action, actively seeking opportunities to implement new initiatives. 

• Detail-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving. 

Compensation 

The hourly range for this role as it is posted is $25.00 - $35.00. The final pay will be determined based on the education, qualification, knowledge, skills, ability, and experience of the final candidate(s), and specific office location. 

Equal Opportunity Statement 

Capella Space is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and upholding equitable hiring practices. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic under federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you need assistance or require an accommodation during the job application process, please notify recruiting@capellaspace.com 

To learn more about us, explore our site: https://www.capellaspace.com/  and follow us on X and LinkedIn to see our SAR imagery!