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Ty Sheehan

Defense Technology Specialist

  • Industry: Technology, Future Mobility
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Ty is a specialist in defence technology recruitment, partnering with pioneering AI, robotics, and dual-use technology companies across the US. His focus spans AI Autonomy and Embodied AI, supporting organisations developing next-generation capability across land, air, sea, and space.

Ty began his recruitment career in the aerospace sector, spending three years working closely with advanced engineering teams before making a natural transition into defence technology.

Today, his work covers both permanent and contract recruitment. On the permanent side, Ty partners primarily with start-ups to help them build the leadership and technical teams that influence strategy. On the contract side, he supports larger defence and advanced technology organisations on critical project-based needs, identifying high-impact contract talent capable of delivering agility and pace.

His recruitment expertise spans a range of specialist disciplines, including Computer Vision, Embedded Software, Autonomy, Robotics Software, Perception, GNC Engineering, Machine Learning, Systems Engineering, Electronics, Hardware, and technical Product and Program roles. His strength lies in connecting world-class engineers, scientists, and leaders with mission-driven organisations where their work creates real impact. He thrives in high-performance environments and brings that same ambition, drive, and consultative approach to every search.

“My ambition is to build one of the leading teams in the world within our defence technology niche. I always want to lead from the front by winning business, delivering exceptional work, and partnering with the most exciting deep-tech companies in the world as their go-to talent partner.”