Senior International Recruiter – Space Sector (RPO)

About the role At

Catenon , we are looking for a

Senior International Recruiter

to manage end-to-end recruitment for a space-sector client within an RPO model, based in Madrid.

Direct search and headhunting are at the heart of this role.

We are looking for someone with a strong track record of identifying, approaching and engaging passive candidates for highly specialised technical positions, including professionals who are not actively looking for a new opportunity.

You will bring knowledge of the space industry, recruitment experience across both

ground and space segments , and the autonomy to act as a trusted recruitment partner to technical leaders.

Key responsibilities

Manage the full recruitment lifecycle autonomously, from technical briefings and search strategy to interviews, offer management and acceptance.

Execute targeted searches through LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, market mapping, referrals and industry networks, building international talent pipelines.

Engage passive candidates through personalised outreach and consistent follow-up, understanding their motivations and maintaining their interest.

Recruit engineering and programme professionals across ground and space segments, conducting assessments in English and Spanish.

Act as the client’s main recruitment contact, advising hiring managers on talent availability, search challenges and candidate suitability.

Maintain accurate pipeline reporting and deliver against agreed recruitment objectives and KPIs.

Requirements

Typically 3–5+ years of technical recruitment experience,



with a

proven track record of filling hard-to-hire roles through direct search and headhunting .

Experience recruiting within the space sector, covering both ground and space segments , and sufficient technical understanding to discuss requirements with hiring managers and identify relevant candidate backgrounds.

Strong command of LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, talent mapping and passive-candidate engagement.

Persistence, curiosity and resourcefulness in exploring talent pools and adapting search strategies.

Ability to manage multiple searches independently, build trusted client relationships and advise stakeholders.

Professional fluency in English and Spanish.

Particularly valuable

Exposure to both

NewSpace and traditional space organisations .

Recruitment experience with companies developing

telecommunications satellites or satellite constellations , or involved in other satellite development, manufacturing or operations activities.

Previous RPO or embedded recruitment experience.

An established space-sector network and experience across European talent markets.

What we offer

An opportunity to contribute to a space programme, with autonomy and direct access to technical leaders.

An international, multicultural environment, training and career development opportunities within Catenon.

Competitive fixed remuneration plus a performance-related bonus, adaptable remuneration benefits, flexible hours and remote-working options.

Opportunities to participate in wider client management and business initiatives.

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📌 Senior International Recruiter – Space Sector (RPO) (Madrid)
🏢 Catenon
📍 Madrid