Quality assurance, reliability engineering, test & validation
08 / MF
Manufacturing
Process engineering, NPI, production & manufacturing systems
09 / HW
Hardware
Systems engineering, mechanical, electro-mechanical integration
10 / EM
Eng. Management
Directors, VPs, team leads across all engineering disciplines
The Process
How We Work
STEP 01
Understand
Deep dive into the role, team, tech stack and culture. Not just a job spec.
STEP 02
Source
Pre-built passive talent network spanning all 50 states — wherever the best engineering talent is located.
STEP 03
Qualify
Technical screening, ITAR/EAR compliance and clearance vetting before any CV reaches you.
STEP 04
Place
Force-Multiplier candidates only. Quality placements, not volume submissions.
For Companies
Hire Engineers That Deliver
Pre-vetted Force-Multiplier talent across every electrical discipline. ITAR/clearance compliant. Placed fast.
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For Engineers
Find Your Next Mission
Exclusive roles at leading US defense, aerospace and semiconductor companies. We represent you properly.
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Our Story
Built for Engineers. By Someone Who Speaks the Language.
Conductive Hire is a boutique technical recruitment consultancy operating exclusively across the US market. We reject the CV-slinger model. Our philosophy is Force-Multiplier Talent — placing engineers whose technical depth and strategic mindset accelerate project trajectories, not just fill headcount.
What Sets Us Apart
Our Principles
01 — Specialization
Depth Over Breadth
Six disciplines. Six only. We know the difference between a firmware architect and a BSP engineer — and so do our clients.
02 — Quality
Force-Multiplier Only
No inbox flooding. Every submission is screened, verified, and a genuine recommendation. No unicorn chasing.
03 — Compliance
ITAR/EAR & Clearances
Deep expertise in US export compliance and security clearance vetting — Secret through TS/SCI.
04 — Range
Every US Industry
Defense, aerospace, semiconductors, space, medical devices, automotive — wherever mission-critical hardware is built.
For Hiring Companies
Find Engineers You Can't Find Anywhere Else
Advisory-led search for Force-Multiplier engineering talent. We handle technical screening and compliance vetting so you only meet candidates worth meeting.
Our Solutions
How We Engage
SOLUTION 01
Permanent
Full-time, permanent placement of engineering talent. We identify, vet and deliver candidates ready to commit long-term to your team and mission.
SOLUTION 02
Contract
Flexible contract and interim engineering talent for project-based work, surge capacity or specialist short-term needs — deployed quickly.
Why Clients Choose Us
Passive talent not on job boards
Technical pre-screening across all nine disciplines
Permanent and contract solutions available
ITAR/EAR compliance vetting included
Security clearance checks — Secret to TS/SCI
Transparent fee structure, Net 30 payment terms
12-month candidate ownership clause
Direct contact — no account manager relay
Industries We Serve
Defense & Aerospace
Semiconductors
Space & Satellite
Medical Devices
Automotive
Consumer Electronics
Robotics & Automation
Artificial Intelligence
Manufacturing & Industrial
Trusted By
QUALCOMM
SONABLATE
ZACKAT INC
CHEFMAN
ENVIPCO
ALLIENT
CTI COMPUTECH
Ready to Build Your Team?
Most engagements begin within 48 hours of kickoff.
For Engineers
Your Next Mission Starts Here
We work with leading US defense, aerospace, semiconductor and space companies. Submit your profile and we'll place you in roles that match your technical depth — not just your keywords.
Current Opportunities
Open Roles
Senior Firmware Engineer
FirmwareFull-timeAustin, TX$140k–$175k
FPGA Design Engineer
FPGAFull-timeSan Diego, CA$155k–$200k
RF Systems Engineer
RFFull-timeHuntsville, AL$130k–$165k
Electrical Engineer — Power Systems
ElectricalFull-timeBoston, MA$120k–$155k
Embedded Software Engineer
EmbeddedContractSilicon Valley, CA$85–$110/hr
Don't See Your Role?
Submit your profile and we'll match you to unlisted opportunities.
Get in Touch
Let's Start the Conversation
Whether you're building a team or looking for your next mission-critical role, we respond within one business day.
Contact Us
All enquiries handled directly. No assistants, no auto-replies — a straight conversation with someone who understands the technical landscape.
Email martin.byrne@conductivehire.com
Address 66 Paul Street, London, EC2A 4NA
Hours Mon–Fri, 9am–6pm ET
Legal
Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026. This policy explains how Conductive Hire Ltd collects, uses and protects your personal information.
01 — Who We Are
Conductive Hire Ltd is a technical engineering recruitment consultancy registered in the United Kingdom. Our registered address is 66 Paul Street, London, United Kingdom EC2A 4NA. We operate exclusively in the US market and act as a data controller in respect of personal data we collect through this website and our recruitment activities.
02 — What Data We Collect
We may collect the following personal data when you contact us or engage our services:
→ Full name, email address and phone number
→ Professional information including CV, employment history and skills
→ Company name, job title and hiring requirements (for clients)
→ Communications exchanged with us via email, phone or web forms
→ Technical data such as IP address and browser type (collected automatically)
03 — How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
→ To match candidates with suitable engineering roles
→ To respond to enquiries submitted through our contact form
→ To communicate relevant job opportunities or hiring updates
→ To fulfil our contractual obligations with clients and candidates
→ To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
04 — Mobile & SMS Communications
Mobile information will not be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes. All mobile messaging originating from Conductive Hire is strictly limited to service-related communications.
If you provide your phone number and opt in to SMS communications, you may receive messages relating to your enquiry, job opportunities relevant to your profile, or updates on an active recruitment process. Message and data rates may apply.
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message. You can also contact us directly at martin.byrne@conductivehire.com to request removal from our SMS list.
05 — Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent or trade your personal data. We may share your data only in the following limited circumstances:
→ With prospective employers (clients) where you have given explicit consent to be represented
→ With trusted technology providers (e.g. our CRM system, Loxo) under strict data processing agreements
→ Where required by law or regulatory authority
06 — Data Retention
Candidate data is retained for up to 2 years from last contact, or for the duration of an active recruitment process. Client data is retained for the duration of our business relationship and up to 6 years thereafter for legal compliance purposes. You may request deletion of your data at any time.
07 — Your Rights
Under applicable data protection law you have the right to access, correct, delete or restrict the processing of your personal data. You also have the right to data portability and to object to processing. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at martin.byrne@conductivehire.com.
08 — Contact
For any privacy-related enquiries, please contact us at:
Conductive Hire Ltd
66 Paul Street, London, United Kingdom EC2A 4NA
martin.byrne@conductivehire.com