Recruiter (Contractor)

About the role

Imagine not just hiring people but creating a team that will change the way aerospace and defense work across Europe. Every job opening you post, every interview you conduct, and every job offer you make directly influences the future of flying on your own terms. This is important recruiting where acting quickly, being accurate, and trusting your judgment really count.

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You´ll Do

• Own the full recruitment cycle end to end across technical and business roles, from first intake to signed offer
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand real needs, not just job descriptions, and translate them into sharp hiring strategies
• Actively source top talent across Europe using creative, data-driven approaches, not just inbound applications.
• Drive a fast and high-quality candidate experience, keeping momentum and communication tight at every stage
• Manage pipelines, track progress, and bring structure to hiring processes in a fast-moving environment.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership to continuously improve how we attract, assess, and close talent.
• Support employer branding initiatives, positioning Destinus as a place where ambitious people come to build what’s next.

Requirements

What You’ll Need

Proven experience in recruitment, ideally in engineering, manufacturing, or other technical environments

Strong understanding of sourcing strategies and tools, with the ability to identify and engage hard-to-reach talent

Confidence managing multiple roles at once without losing quality or speed

Experience working in international environments and collaborating with stakeholders across different countries

Solid organizational skills and comfort working with data, tracking pipelines, and reporting progress

Fluent English.

Who You Are

You move fast and think clearly. When hiring gets tough, you don’t slow down, you get sharper. You’re proactive, resourceful, and comfortable operating with a high level of autonomy. You know how to balance urgency with quality, and you take real ownership of your roles. You’re not here to just fill positions, you’re here to build teams that perform.